Freedom 5k

Race Overview

• Event: Freedom 5K
• Date: July 4, 2026
• Location: Lynch Field, Greensburg, PA
• Beneficiary: American Heart Association

New for This Year

• Raffle Prizes: Free pair of running shoes from Saucony & Brooks, Whoop Band, rounds of golf at Glengarry, Penguins tickets, and more!
• Raffle Ticket Pricing: 3 for $5, 7 for $10, or 20 for $20.
• Thank You: Thanks for supporting the AHA!
• Join Us: Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA!

Registration Information

• Sign-Up Date: Registration opens on 2/14/26.
• Capacity: 500 live entries, sold out last year.
• Entry Fees: $17.76 until 3/31, $20 until 6/30, $25 thereafter (19/under & 65/over remain $20).
• T-Shirt Option: "No shirt" for a $2 discount.

Kids Sparkler

• Ages: For kids 10 & under.
• Registration Fee: $10 per kid.
• Location: Register on the soccer field lawn.
• Heats: Several heats will be held as kids are available.

Packet Pick-Up & Registration

• Date: 7/3 from Noon-5pm.
• Location: Gingerbreadman Running store (5142 Rt 30, Suite 165: Greensburg, PA).
• Goody Bags: Door prizes will be included.
• Plan Ahead: Expect wave starts for race day.

Race Day Plan

• National Anthem: To be performed at 08:25.
• Wave Starts: Four waves starting at 08:30 based on pace.
• Classification: Make sure to classify your pace accurately.
• Course Details: Out and back with specific water station locations.

Awards

• Top Awards: Top 3 male & female runners by gun time.
• Master Awards: Top male & female masters (age 40+) by chip time.
• Walker Awards: Top 3 male/female by chip time.
• Age Group Awards: Awards for various age categories: small gift for 19/under walkers.

Important Notes

• Updates: Keep checking back for further updates.
• COVID-19 Policy: Refunds if the race is canceled due to a crisis.
• Virtual Option: Complete your race anytime from 7/1-7/31.
• Past Results: Results from past years available online.

For More Information

• Race URL: Freedom 5K Race Page
• Physical Address: Lynch Field, 526 New Alexandria Rd, Greensburg, PA.
• Race Day Registration: Available from 7:15-8:15AM.