In 280 days · Sun, Jul 4, 2027
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When
Sunday, July 4th, 2027
Where
102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills NC
Distances
5K · 1 Mile
Typical weather
77–81°F · some rain risk
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2026
77–84°F
dry
2025
78–80°F
dry
2024
74–81°F
dry
2023
76–86°F
dry
2022
77–79°F
dry
2021
74–80°F
dry
2020
77–83°F
dry
2019
79–82°F
dry
2018
80–82°F
dry
2017
74–80°F
rain
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About this race
Race Details
- Date: Friday, July 4th, 2027
- Time for SUN Realty Freedom 5k/1 Mile: 7:30 AM
- Time for Little Sparkler 1/4 Mile Fun Run: 8:10 AM
Location
- Race Start and Finish: Kill Devil Hills Town Hall
- Address: 102 Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Nearby Landmark: In front of the Town War Memorial
- Directions: Click HERE for Directions
Packet Pick-up
- Early Packet Pick-up: Saturday July 3, 2027 (2 - 6 PM) at The Gym
- Location: 3712 Croatan Hwy (Hwy 158), MP 4½, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
- Contact: (252) 489-8239
- Directions: Click HERE for Directions
Registration Fees
- Freedom 5K/1 Mile: $50
- Discount for Ages 17 & Under: $45
- 1/4 Mile Fun Run: $35 (10 & under)
Event Features
- Spirit of Independence: All American family and community event
- Presented by: SUN Realty and The OBX Running Company
- Awards: Unique awards for top M/F winners, 1st - 3rd Overall, 1st - 3rd place M/F Masters (over 40), and age group winners
- Post Race Celebration: Watermelon, Pastries and Light Refreshments
Additional Information
- 5k Course Map: Click Here
- Garmin Link: Click HERE
- Chip Timed Event: Results will be posted on Race Results page and emailed to participants
- What's Included: Race Fee includes t-shirt, finisher medal, chip timing, professional services, event photography, light snacks and refreshments
Future Events
- Independence Beer Mile: Join us on Sunday June 27, 2027 at The Outer Banks Brewing Station for a 21 and over Social Run!
Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Text: 252-489-8239
More Information
- Race URL: Click Here for Race Sign-Up
Course map
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