Fourth of July Freedom Four Miler
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Big Fourth 5K - 48th Annual
The Greater Springfield Harriers present the 48th Big Fourth 5K in downtown Springfield on July 4, 2026. The race starts and finishes at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame (1000 W Columbus Ave). The course is a flat out and back routed on city roads and the Springfield River Walk.
There are two entry categories listed for the event, both covering a distance of 5K: an adult category and a student category for participants 17 and under. Online registration opens January 16, 2026 and closes July 3, 2026; online registration specifically closes Wednesday, July 3 at 6 pm. Entry fees shown in the event information are $25.00 for the adult 5K and $20.00 for the student 5K.
There will be no early shirt and bib pickup at Fast Feet stores this year. Day-of race pickup and late registration begin at 8 am on the day of the event. The description above summarizes the published event details, including location, course type, entry categories, dates, and registration arrangements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
