Freedom Splash 5k
Mon, May 25, 2026, 9:00 AM CDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run, jog, or walk through water blasts and sprinklers at this festive Memorial Day 5K, perfect for a refreshing holiday celebration.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- Festive
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
FestiveGreat for
- Walkers Welcome
- School & Youth Teams
Walkers Welcome
School & Youth TeamsHonor Memorial Day with a refreshing twist at the Freedom Splash 5K in Lawrenceburg, TN. This unique event invites runners and walkers of all ages and abilities to enjoy a 5K course featuring water blasts, sprinklers, and other cool surprises. It's a perfect blend of fitness, fun, and a festive atmosphere, offering a professionally timed race for those seeking a challenge, alongside a joyful way to celebrate the holiday with family and friends. The event starts and finishes on the track at Lawrence County High School.
What to expect
- Enjoy a professionally timed 5K with refreshing water features along the course.
- Overall and age group awards for 5K finishers, plus ribbons for the 1-mile fun run.
- Strollers and well-socialized, leashed dogs are welcome to join the fun.
Standout details
- Water blasts and sprinklers on course
- Festive Memorial Day celebration
- Professionally timed 5K
- Dog and stroller friendly
Perks & features
- Awards
- Chip Timed
- Dog-Friendly
- Stroller Friendly
Awards
Chip Timed
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 May 25, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT
22d 22h 46m leftGeneral entry
Closes May 25, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT · From $32.80
1 Mile
1 option · closes May 25, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT
22d 22h 46m leftFun Run
Closes May 25, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT · From $22.20
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
Celebrate Memorial Day with a splash at the Freedom Splash 5K! This isn’t your ordinary race—participants will run, jog, or walk through a course featuring water blasts, sprinklers, and other refreshing surprises along the way to keep you cool and smiling.
Perfect for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, the Freedom Splash 5K combines fitness, fun, and a festive Memorial Day atmosphere. The race will start and finish on the track at Lawrence County High School in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee.
The 5k will be professionally RFID timed by Race Ready Events.
Whether you’re racing for time or just looking for a wet-and-fun way to celebrate the holiday, the Freedom Splash 5K is the perfect way to honor the day, stay active, and have a blast with family and friends.
COURSE
5k Course - https://www.strava.com/segments/41155033
1 Mile Fun Run Course - https://www.strava.com/segments/41302938
Amenities, Features, and Highlights
Medals and Awards
Overall and age group awards for 5k. Awards for 5K: Overall Male/Female and 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female Age Groups (12U, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+)
Finishers ribbons for 1 mile fun run.
Aid Station
More info coming soon
Food
More info coming soon
Water Balloons
Pre-filled water balloons will be available for sale. Have fun as a spectator and toss some water balloons at your favorite, or least favorite, runners as they pass by.
Additional Information
Race Day Schedule
Packet Pick-up and In-person Registration: 7:30-8:45 AM
5K Race Start: 9:00 AM
Fun Run Start: ~10:00 AM (or after 5k finishes)
Awards: ~10:30 AM (or after fun run finishes)
FAQ
Where is the race? Lawrence County High School Track. The race will start and finish on the track around the football field.
When is the event? Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026 - 9:00 am start time
What time should I arrive? Please plan to arrive prior to 8:15 AM to leave yourself adequate time to check in, receive your runner packet, and get warmed up.
Can I register on race day? Yes -- we will allow race day registrations up until 15 minutes before race start, but please arrive early as there will be a line and we may have to shut-off registrations at 8:45 AM to support our planned start time.
Are t-shirts included with registration? Yes, if you register by the t-shirt deadline of May 10th you will receive your t-shirt on race day when you check-in.
Are there medals or awards? Yes! Overall and age group winners in the 5k will get an award. Finishers of the 1 mile will receive a finishers ribbon.
Are strollers allowed? Yes, strollers are welcome
Are bikes, hoverboards, scooters, skateboards, push bikes, unicycles or wagons allowed on course? We’re sorry, but only runners, joggers, walkers, baby strollers/joggers, restrained pets and wheelchairs are allowed
Are pets allowed? Yes! Well-socialized and leashed dogs are welcome
Is the race timed? Yes, this event is professionally RFID chip timed by Race Ready Events
How long is a 5K course? A 5k course is 3.1 miles
Do I have to be an experienced runner? No — all ages and paces are welcome!
I’d like to participate. Can I just walk? Absolutely! We always have people who want to walk, so you will not be alone!
I have more questions! Please drop us a message and we'd love to help!