Lenexa Freedom Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · 10K
From the Organizer
Kick off your Independence Day celebrations ahead of schedule by joining us for a 5K or 10K run at Old Town Lenexa!
Experience this family-friendly event, where over 1,600 participants come together for an unforgettable 4th of July experience. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual walker, or pushing a stroller, all are welcome to take part in this race celebrating the 4th of July!
You will receive a complementary Freedom Run T-shirt, while supplies last. We will honor size requests to the extent possible. Finisher medals are optional and cost $5. Plaques will be given out to first place finishers and medals given to 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age division. There are 16 different age divisions for both male and female in the 5K race. There are 8 different age divisions for both male and female in the 10K race. No refunds will be given.
Packet pickup
There are two options for picking up your race packet:
July 3, 2026: from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, 9301 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS 66215
July 4, 2026: from 5:30 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. at the Lenexa Old Town Activity Center, 9301 Pflumm Rd., Lenexa, KS 66215
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
87°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Olathe 3e, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lenexa, KS
Population
57,986
as of 2023
Elevation
1,032 ft
Nearest Airport
MCI
Kansas City International Airport · 24 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Lenexa Freedom Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Lenexa Freedom Run?
- Lenexa Freedom Run is a running race held in Lenexa, Kansas 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 Lenexa Freedom Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Lenexa, Kansas at Lenexa Old Town Activity Center 9301 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lenexa Freedom Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lenexa Freedom Run
Jul 4, 2026