Freedom Mile
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 11:30 AM EDT
- Location
- Clifton Park, NY
- Clifton Common Blvd, 12065
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
A festive one-mile dash on July 4th, supporting local track and field, complete with a parade and cheering 'Route Rooters' with cowbells.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a CauseGreat for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge
Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing
Celebrate Independence Day with the Clifton Park Freedom Mile, a spirited one-mile race held just before the town's 4th of July Parade. This community event welcomes runners of all ages and offers special family registration options. Your participation supports the cross country and track & field programs at Shenendehowa. Join in the fun, whether you're running for an age group award or cheering on participants as a 'Route Rooter' with a complimentary cowbell.
What to expect
- Run a swift one-mile course ending at Clifton Park Common.
- Compete for age group awards across various categories.
- The first 150 registered runners receive a running hat.
Standout details
- Pre-parade 4th of July event
- Benefits local track & field programs
- "Route Rooter" cheering section with cowbells
- Running hat for first 150 registrants
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 11:30 AM EDT · From $27.50
Opens Jan 31, 2026, 1:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 2:00 PM EDT
Route Rooter
Sat, Jul 4, 11:30 AM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Jan 31, 2026, 2:08 PM EST · Closes Jul 4, 2026, 4:40 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
EasygoingMixed surface course
Partial data — terrain or weather signals missing.
The course
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From the organizer
The 6th Clifton Park Freedom Mile is on July 4th at 11:30 AM prior to the Clifton Park 4th of July Parade. Route is from the Shen campus entrance on 146, left on Vischer Ferry Road and a quick left into the Clifton Park Common for the finish. Course map is below. The Clifton Park Freedom Mile is supported by the Town of Clifton Park and benefits 3 seasons of cross country/track & field at Shenendehowa.
Awards will be given in the following age groups: 1-10, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Giveaway is guaranteed to the first 150 registered. It is a running hat.
Individual Registration: $25 per person until July 3rd, Race Day Registration is $30.
Family Registration: 4 people from the same household can register for $80 until July 3rd at 6pm. You will have the opportunity to apply this discount when your cart qualifies. Race day registration for families of 4 will be $90. 5 people from the same household can register for $90 until July 3rd at 6pm. Race day registration for families of 5 will be $100.
Don't want to run the race but still want to participate? Be a Route Rooter! Our runners need a cheering section! The first 75 to register as a Route Rooter will receive a cowbell (to use on the parade route). Route Rooter registration is $10. To register as a Route Rooter, please select "Route Rooter" as your participation type. Route Rooters do not receive giveaways.
Pick up your gift at packet pickup or the race finish line at Clifton Park Common starting at 10:30 am-12:30 pm.
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