Home Plate Bar & Grill, Springfield IL
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Freedom Run 5K/10K – July 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day with a classic hometown road run starting and ending at Home Plate Bar & Grill!
The Freedom Run 5K/10K has moved to Home Plate Bar & Grill for this year’s July 4th race. The event will use the same neighborhood routes used for last year’s Iceman event, with directional cones clearly marking the 5K and 10K courses on surrounding neighborhood streets.
Whether you are chasing a personal best, starting your holiday with friends and family, or simply looking for a fun way to kick off the Fourth of July, the Freedom Run offers a festive and welcoming race experience for runners and walkers of all abilities.
Registration Includes:
- Participant T-shirt: Freedom Run T-shirt
- Finisher Medal: Receive a medal upon completion
- Awards: Awards in 5-year age brackets
- Food Coupon: $5 coupon for food and/or drinks at Home Plate Bar & Grill after the race
- Timing: Professionally timed 5K or 10K event
After the race, stick around for awards, food, drinks, and post-race camaraderie at Home Plate Bar & Grill.
Bring your red, white, and blue spirit and kick off Independence Day on the run!
Event Details:
- Date: July 4, 2026
- Location: Home Plate Bar & Grill, Springfield, IL
- URL: Freedom Run Registration
