Freedom Run & Fun Walk
Schedule
Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 am
UTC-04:00Location
Southport, NC Waterfront Park | Southport, NC
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Join us for an unforgettable and patriotic 5K along the beautiful waterfront of downtown Southport! As part of the official North Carolina Fourth of July Celebration, this scenic course winds through charming neighborhoods filled with majestic oaks and refreshing coastal breezes from the Cape Fear River. In our opinion, It’s one of the prettest 5Ks in the state.❤️ Proceeds from the race help support the NC 4th of July Festival and the traditions that make this celebration so special each year.
📍 Location
Southport Waterfront
101 West Bay Street
Southport, NC 28461
📅 Race Day
Saturday, June 27
🎽 Registration Info
✅ Secure your t-shirt and the best price by Friday, June 13.
• Early registration: $35
• After June 13: $40
Online registration closes June 25, so don’t wait. The race can reach capacity!
🏅 Awards
• Top overall male & female
• Top 3 male & female in five-year age groups:
14 & under, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, etc., through 70+
• All kids 13 & under in the One Mile receive a finisher medal.
🎟 Packet Pickup
Friday, June 27, 2025
⏰ 3:30 – 6:30 PM
📍 Indian Trail Meeting Hall, 113 W Moore St, Southport
Last-minute registrations available. Cash (ATM nearby) or check payable to “NC 4th of July Festival.” Please bring exact change.
Race Morning Pickup
⏰ 6:30 – 7:15 AM
📍 Southport Waterfront Park
💧 Good to Know
• Three water stops along the course.
• Street parking only, first-come, first-served. With festival vendors in town, arrive early.
• Enjoy drinks and snacks at the finish line provided by Novant Health.
🎉 Don’t miss this incredible race experience — sign up today!
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