H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
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H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
The H.E.R.O. Freedom Run is scheduled for Saturday morning, June 12, 2027, at Freedom River in Hamburg Township near the Hamburg Family Fun Fest. The event takes place at the outdoor Freedom River facility located at 6716 Winans Lake Rd., Brighton, MI 48116.
The event program includes these distances:
- 1 mile fun run
- 5K run/walk
The course is a cross country style route that uses trails, fields, and slight hills. The race will be chip timed and professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation, with live results posted on the event site.
Funds raised will support construction of a year round wellness center at Freedom River, an outdoor recreation facility intended for veterans and their families to relax, recover, and rejuvenate. Freedom River, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization.
Registration fees are listed as $25 for the 1 mile run and $30 for the 5K. Registration includes a commemorative race T shirt while supplies last, a day pass to Freedom River, a pack of three amusement ride passes for Hamburg Family Fun Fest, free parking for the race, and a goody bag. Packet pickup is available at the registration table on race day. Parking is available on site.
Awards include medals for all finishers and gift cards to all first place finishers and to overall male and female finishers. Age group divisions are specified for each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.