Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Independence Freedom Day 5k · Down Hill Mile · THE DOUBLE- 5k/mile
From the Organizer
T-shirts - are sold out. Remember next year to sign up early!!!!!!
NEW COURSE ALERT! In 2025 we ran a new course and things went great. The course will be the same this year. Join Grayson County Parks and Recreation and Blue Devil Cross Country boosters for our 11th annual 5k on July 4, 2025. The 5k course is rated at medium/hard with some hills. The downhill mile is super fast! This race is a separate competitive race for all ages. The mile will be run before the 5k. The course is on a slight downhill, sure to produce some fast times. Registration for the 5k or down hill mile is $25 or register for both races for $30! If you enter the Double you will only receive one t-shirt if you register in the window to receive a shirt.
Starting Times:
7:00-7:45 Race day registration
7:45 Down hill mile
8:10ish
10:00- Independence Parade
Entries:
T-shirt - with early bird registration (while they last)
Registration @ runsignup.com
Down hill mile- $25
5K- $25
Down hill/ 5k double- $30
Free- Kids fun run
5k Race Course: The race will begin in the GCHS parking lot…take a right onto Main st…..left on nautilus way.Right onto Powerhouse RD- stay straight and enter trail the leads to Grayson Rec. Pool. Go through the pool parking lot and turn right onto County Park Lane. Take the first right into the lower field parking area. Follow cones to Industrial Park Lane. Turn right onto the sidewalk (Main Street) and return to school.
Down Hill Mile: Starting line is on the sidewalk in front of Carter National Bank (Main Street) stay straight on the sidewalk to Grayson Industrial park to finish! 100 percent downhill! You will be shuttled back to GCHS afterwards.
Winner plaque (male/female awards)
Finisher medals
No Age group awards!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
78°
Typical Low
62°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elk Creek 4ssw, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Independence, VA
Population
1,144
as of 2023
Elevation
2,599 ft
Nearest Airport
TRI
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport · 70 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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- Race
- Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile?
- Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile is a running race held in Independence, Virginia on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Independence, Virginia at 110 Blue Devil Drive, Independence, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Independence Freedom Day 5k/ Down Hill Mile
Jul 4, 2026