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Freedom Run

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 7:30 AM CDT

Location
De Forest, WI
Fireman's Park, 53532
Type
RUN
Official registration

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Celebrate Independence Day with a community run that supports local initiatives and high school athletic programs.

  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners

The Freedom Run is a cherished community event held annually on the Fourth of July in De Forest, WI. Offering a 10K run, this event also supports local causes. Participants can enjoy celebrating the holiday while contributing to the DeForest Area Needs Network and high school track and cross country programs. A virtual option is available for those who prefer to join from afar, making it accessible for many.

What to expect

  • Join a community event celebrating the Fourth of July.
  • Choose from a 10K run, with a virtual option available.
  • Support local needs and high school sports programs with your participation.

Standout details

  • Fourth of July tradition
  • Supports local community network
  • Benefits high school track/cross country
  • Virtual event option available

Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.

Distances & registration

4 options

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

  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 7:35 AM CDT · From $17.50

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 5K

    Sat, Jul 4, 7:30 AM CDT · From $35.00

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Jul 4, 7:30 AM CDT · From $35.00

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 20, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

+ 1 more option

  • Virtual 5K/10K

    Sat, Jul 4, 12:00 AM CDT · From $25.00

    Opens Feb 28, 2026, 7:00 PM CST · Closes Jun 30, 2026, 7:59 AM CDT

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From the organizer

The Freedom Run is a community running event held traditionally on the Fourth of July.  There is a one mile, 5K run/walk, and a 10K run only. We will continue to offer a virtual event option for those interested.  Proceeds are donated to the DeForest Area Needs Network and DeForest Area HS track/cross country programs!

Online registration until Wednesday, July 1st at noon.

In person registration and packet pick up available:  Thursday, July 2nd, 4:00 - 6:00pm, Friday, July 3rd 3:00 - 6:00pm,  DeForest High School stadium entrance.  Day of race registration also available.  T shirts not guaranteed after June 19th.

We are extremely grateful for our sponsors that have stuck with us!  Our major sponsors, DMB Community Bank and Hooper Corp.  And our other sponsors, DeForest Running Santas, Noble Choice Chiropractic, MPK, and Norski Nutrition!

Check out our site: https://sites.google.com/deforestschools.org/the-deforest-freedom-run/home

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