Trinity Freedom Run
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Freedom Run Presented by UnityPoint Health
Freedom Run Presented by UnityPoint Health takes place on August 13, 2026 at 733 15th Avenue, East Moline, IL 61244. The event is organized around a military theme to recognize members of the Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Air Force, and Navy and their families.
The event features visible military elements along the course and at the start and finish. These include an authentic Civil War cannon used at the start, dog-tag medals placed by service members at the finish, a WWII Army jeep serving as the pace vehicle, other military vehicles on course, more than 100 American flags along the route, military themed t‑shirts for participants, and soldier statue trophies.
Several event options are available for different ages and distances:
- 5K Run/Walk, route through St Anne Church, Hillcrest School, Mitchell Park, Ridgewood School, downtown
- Tyson Double-Time Loop (5.8 miles), same route twice, runners must reach 3 mile marker within 33 minutes
- 1 Mile Run/Walk, very flat out and back on 15th Avenue
- Ground Pounder Fun Run, kid obstacle course, not timed, t-shirt at packet pick up, dog tags at finish
- IHMVCU Brigade Kids Races, races for children
- MIA Division, support option, packet mailed if registered by July 15 otherwise pick up
Guaranteed t-shirt sizes apply only for registrations completed by July 15. All registrations are final; no refunds or transfers are allowed. Proceeds have benefited the Trinity Veteran's Outreach Program, AUSA, and USO Rock Island programs serving military families in the Quad Cities community. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
