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MLK Jr. Freedom Run : Camden, New Jersey
The MLK Jr. Freedom Run is an annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day running event held at Wiggins Waterfront Park, Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ. The event on January 16, 2027 is organized as a series of smaller, capped waves and is described as a community-focused run that honours Dr. King’s legacy.
Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half marathon 13.1
- Virtual run
- Family 1 mile fun run
Timing is optional and no timing chips are used; participants may track time with apps or ask coordinators for assistance and submit results for online posting. Race bibs are provided on race day. Swag is shipped to US mailing addresses and includes a running T-shirt, a finisher’s towel or giveaway, a finisher’s medal, a digital training pack, and an online certificate of completion. A technical running shirt upgrade is available for an additional fee.
Waves are filled on a first come, first serve basis and each wave has a participant cap. A virtual run option is available. Coordinators remain on site for several hours after the first wave to support participants. The event also mentions local run club invitations, volunteer opportunities, sponsorship options, and charity initiatives connected to ongoing mileage donations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
