5th Annual Freedom Festival 1 Mile Dash

Schedule

Thu Jul 04 2024 at 01:35 pm to 02:05 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Leveaux Park | Ludington, MI

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Run the parade route down Ludington Avenue to raise money for the Freedom Festival Fireworks display.
About this Event

Over 30,000 people line Ludington Avenue on July 4th to watch the Freedom Festival Parade. Prior to the parade, runners will race past the crowd, down Ludington Avenue from Washington to Lakeshore. Water and frozen treats will be waiting for them at the end of their one mile sprint.

Entry is $30 prior to June 24th. Late entry online and on race day is $35 Entry includes a t-shirt and a finisher's medal. Prizes will be awarded to top male and female runners. Shirts are only guaranteed to those who register prior to June 24th. Remaining shirts will be available first come/first serve at packet pickup/registration on race day.

Packet pickup and race day registration will take place at Leveaux Park from 12:30-1:30pm.

Make checks out to Ludington Area Jaycees.

All of the race proceeds will go to the Freedom Festival Fireworks fundraiser. The annual fireworks display is funded 100% by donations.

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Race Route can be found here!

There are no restrooms at Leveaux Park. Please plan accordingly. Nearest public restrooms can be viewed on this map.

Parking is limited on July 4th do to the influx of visitors. Street parking is free. Arrive early to find a spot!

Walkers are allowed, but must exit the course if the Honor Guard, who leads the parade, catches up to them.

Please wear your commemorative shirt during the race to help us with promotional photos.

Please do not run/walk the course in reverse after you have finished the race. Use sidewalks and/or side streets to make your way east.

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The parade step-off is at 2pm.

Fireworks display starts at dusk.

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Where is it happening?

Leveaux Park, 900 E Ludington Ave., Ludington, United States

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Tickets

USD 20.00 to USD 40.00

Ludington Area Jaycees

Host or Publisher Ludington Area Jaycees

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