Waukee Freedom 5K

JUL

4

2027

Annual July 4 morning community fun run in Waukee with a 5K and a kids 1 mile race supporting Troop 178s fundraising for scouting activities.

Sun 4 Jul 2027

Waukee, Iowa

Website

5 kilometers

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Waukee Freedom 5K

The Waukee Freedom 5K is an annual community fun run held on the morning of July 4 in Waukee, Iowa. The event is organized by Waukee Troop 178 and includes both a 5K and a separate kids 1 mile race. The stated location is Lutheran Church of Hope Waukee at 305 NE Dartmoor Dr.

The race serves as Troop 178's only annual fundraiser. Proceeds are used to support troop activities such as camping, summer camp, merit badges, scout supplies, and other program expenses. Event materials for recent years include route maps for the 5K and the 1 mile race, race results for 2026, and a photo gallery.

Historical participation is noted for 2026, when over 350 runners took part. The event description identifies it as a community-oriented fun run that supports local scouting activities and produces documented race routes and results for participants and organizers.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.