Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Amputee Blade Runners

Fri, Jul 3, 2026, 8:00 AM MDT

Location: Afton, WY; 458 Washington St, 83110
Type: RUN

Official registration

At a glance

Run under the World's Largest Elkhorn Arch to kick off the Afton Freedom Festival and support Amputee Blade Runners.

Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a Cause

Start your Independence Day celebrations with the Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/Walk in Afton, Wyoming. This event kicks off the annual Afton Freedom Festival, offering a unique experience under the World's Largest Elkhorn Arch. More than just a race, it's an opportunity to support a vital cause, as all proceeds benefit the Amputee Blade Runners organization. Your participation helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees, making a tangible difference. Enjoy a community run with a purpose, complete with awards and a post-race raffle.

What to expect

Experience a community 5K that launches the Afton Freedom Festival.
Run or walk under the unique World's Largest Elkhorn Arch.
Receive a custom race mug and participate in a post-race raffle, all while supporting Amputee Blade Runners.

Standout details

Kicks off Afton Freedom Festival
Benefits Amputee Blade Runners
Starts under World's Largest Elkhorn Arch
Custom race mug & post-race raffle

Perks & features

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Fri, Jul 3, 8:00 AM MDT · From $38.10
Opens Apr 7, 2026, 12:00 PM MDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 4:30 AM MDT
5K
Fri, Jul 3, 8:00 AM MDT · From $54.00
Opens Apr 7, 2026, 12:00 PM MDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 4:00 AM MDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

altitude

High altitude

The course

Hilly
Timed race

From the organizer

The Freedom Festival Elkhorn 5K Run/walk and kicks off the Afton Freedom Festival. The start/finish is under the World’s Largest Elkhorn Arch in Afton, WY. All proceeds from the race go to the Amputee Blade Runners organization (ABR). ABR is a non-profit organization that helps provide free running prosthetics for amputees.

Registration includes a custom race mug. Guaranteed to the first 100 registered!

Awards for 1st Overall Male and Female and 1st Male and Female Masters (40+) Awards for 1st Male and Female in 10-year age groups Awards for 1st Male and Female Adaptive Athletes (Open to athletes with limb differences, hand cycles, wheelchairs, vision impaired, and other mobility impairments - contact karibradley72@gmail.com with any questions) Packet Pick-up and Onsite Registration: Thursday, July 2, 1-5 PM at Rustic Rose Boutique (478 S Washington St, Afton, WY 83110) and Friday, July 3, 6:30-7:45 AM at the start/finish area. Post-Race Raffle for all participants: Products and gift certificates from local businesses and restaurants! Race Website: https://www.elkhorn5K.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreedomFestivalElkhorn5K Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedom_festival_elkhorn_5k/ Amputee Blade Runners: https://amputeebladerunners.com/ Friends or family interested in volunteering? Reach out to contact information below.

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