Waukee Freedom 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 305 NE Dartmoor Dr, Waukee, IA
- Distance
- 5K Run · 1 Mile Kids Run
From the Organizer
The Waukee Freedom 5K is a community-wide 4th of July event. All races start and finish at Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee.
This is the 43rd annual event and the only fundraiser for Troop 178. Programs within Scouting America emphasize learning, personal growth, respect, and—most importantly—service to others. Proceeds from this event help Scouts reach their Scouting goals and support their service to the people of Waukee and surrounding communities. Troop 178 is proud to be more than 30 Scouts strong this year.
Register by June 22nd to receive a great commemorative t-shirt!
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
85°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Des Moines Intl Ap, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Waukee, IA
Population
26,974
as of 2023
Elevation
1,026 ft
Nearest Airport
DSM
Des Moines International Airport · 11 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Waukee Freedom 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Waukee Freedom 5K?
- Waukee Freedom 5K is a running race held in Waukee, Iowa 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 Waukee Freedom 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Waukee, Iowa at 305 NE Dartmoor Dr, Waukee, IA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Waukee Freedom 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Waukee Freedom 5K
Jul 4, 2026