Downs Freedom Run
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Event Overview
The Downs Freedom Run takes place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Downs, Illinois. The event features multiple race categories.
Events
The offered events are:
- 5K
- 1 Mile Walk - Untimed
- Kids Fun Run (open to ages 1-10)
Course and Features
The 5K course is noted as one of the flattest in the area. It runs through the community and finishes with a lap around the local high school track. The same finish applies to the 1 Mile Walk. A map of the certified course is available on the event website.
The Kids Fun Run takes place on the high school track and involves a 400m run, with participants released by age group.
Community Impact
Event proceeds are reinvested in the local community. Past contributions have included installing a drinking fountain at Dooley Park, providing grants to local small businesses, and supporting the village's 4th of July celebration.
Additional Information
Packet pickup is available on the Friday before the race and on race morning at Tri-Valley Middle School. Parking is available at the Tri-Valley High School and Elementary School lots.
Awards are presented for the overall male and female winners, as well as the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Registration by June 13, 2026, is required to guarantee an event shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
