Freedom 5K Run for the Wreath
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Event Details
The Freedom 5K Run for the Wreath Fun Run/Walk is a 5 km event taking place on July 4, 2026, at Heritage Park in Gardnerville, Nevada. The start and finish line is on the Ezell Street side of the park at 1447 Courthouse Alley. It is held rain or shine.
This event is part of the "We Run This Town" fun run/walk series and supports a partnership with Wreaths Across America. A portion of each registration fee goes towards purchasing wreaths to honor military veterans laid to rest at Garden Cemetery.
Participation and Registration
The event includes several participation categories:
- Freedom 5K Fun Run 11 & up
- Freedom 5k Veteran
- Freedom 5K Fun Run (Virtual)
- Freedom 5k Fun Run under 10
Pre-registration fees are structured by age and participant type. Runners aged 10 and under can participate for free. For runners aged 11 and up, the pre-registration fee is $25, while day-of registration is $35. Military personnel and veterans have a pre-registration fee of $20, with a $25 day-of rate. There is also a virtual race option for $20.
Event Guidelines
Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash at all times and must start at the back of the pack with participants using strollers. All participants receive a running medal, with trophies awarded to the first, second, and third-place finishers. After the run, a concert by the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra begins at 11:00 am in Heritage Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
