Blue Ridge Freedom 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 3:30 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
A festive 4th of July 5K in downtown Blue Ridge, perfect for runners, walkers, and pups, with spirited awards and local refreshments.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveCelebrate Independence Day with the Blue Ridge Freedom 5K, a festive run through downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia. This community-focused event welcomes runners, walkers, and even furry friends, with special amenities like a doggie water station. Enjoy a spirited atmosphere with awards for creative red, white, and blue attire, alongside recognition for top finishers. Post-race, unwind with refreshing drinks from local businesses, making for a memorable holiday experience.
What to expect
- Run or walk a 5K through the heart of downtown Blue Ridge on the 4th of July.
- Enjoy a doggie water station for your furry companions and post-race mimosas, Bloody Marys, or local brews.
- Awards celebrate top finishers and the most spirited red, white, and blue outfits.
Standout details
- Doggie water station
- Post-race mimosas & local brews
- Awards for spirited red, white & blue attire
- Strollers & dogs welcome at back of pack
Perks & features
- Dog-Friendly
- Stroller Friendly
Dog-Friendly
Stroller FriendlyFrom the public listing; confirm on the official site.
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
1 option · closes Jul 4, 2026, 3:20 AM EDT
2mo 2d 18h 6m leftGeneral entry
Closes Jul 4, 2026, 3:20 AM EDT · From $32.80
Other options
1 option · closes Jul 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 10h 45m leftPush Assist 5K
Closes Jul 1, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $32.80
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
We are so excited to be back with our 4th of July celebration run to be held July 4, 2026.
*** WHEN REGISTERING AND YOU DON"T SEE YOUR PREFERRED TSHIRT SIZE THIS MEANS THAT SIZE IS SOLD OUT AND YOU MAY CHOSE ANOTHER SIZE.
**** JULY 3rd bib pickup is HIGHLY RECOMMENED!!!
Join us for this fun July 4th race in the heart of downtown Blue Ridge. Our race is centrally located between two amazing local businesses in Blue Ridge.. Check out Blue Ridge Sip and Play a fun place to take your pup for some playtime and also stop in at Angry Hops Brewing for a sampling or their amazing brews!! Show your bib at Angry Hops anytime during the holiday week and receive a complementary beer sample.
Online Registration will be open through July 4 at 7:15 a.m. We highly encourage you to register on your mobile device or computer before coming to the race site. This will allow for shorter faster check-in lines race morning. All registration is online through July 4 at 7:15. No walk up cash registration.
Packet pickup July 3rd from 2-5:30 pm at Angry Hops Brewery - 341 East Main Street, Blue Ridge, Angry Hops has lots of fun planned for our runners who pickup early.
RACE DAY PICKUP - July 4 from 6:00 am - 7:15 am at Blue Ridge Sip and Play - 342 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
Sip and Play will have a doggie water station to keep our furry runners hydrated and cool. And to keep our runners hydrated, Sip and Play will be selling mimosas and bloody Mary's to enjoy after the race. Angry Hops will also be open after the race to server our thirsty runners some of their amazing beers!
The race start and finish is located at Blue Ridge Sip and Play - 342 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.
Most spirited runner awards will be given to our most creative red, white and blue dressed runners.
Awards will be given for 1st through 3rd for overall male and female, masters male and female, and age groups in five year increments. Awards ceremony will begin at approximately 8:30 a.m.
Discount pricing for children under 10.
Strollers welcome at the back of the pack.
Dogs welcome at the back of the pack and not in the registration/packet pickup line on race day.
Walkers are always welcome!
Please register to receive a text message of your results. Results will be online during the race.