From big races to Saturday morning group runs—find virtual events and connect with the local endurance sports community.
The Freedom Run is a community running event held traditionally on the Fourth of July. There is a one mile, 5K run/walk, and a 10K run only. We will continue to offer a virtual event option for those interested. Proceeds are donated to the DeForest Area Needs Network and DeForest Area HS track/cross country programs!
Online registration until Wednesday, July 1st at noon.
In person registration and packet pick up available: Thursday, July 2nd, 4:00 - 6:00pm, Friday, July 3rd 3:00 - 6:00pm, DeForest High School stadium entrance. Day of race registration also available. T shirts not guaranteed after June 19th.
We are extremely grateful for our sponsors that have stuck with us! Our major sponsors, DMB Community Bank and Hooper Corp. And our other sponsors, DeForest Running Santas, Noble Choice Chiropractic, MPK, and Norski Nutrition!
Check out our site: https://sites.google.com/deforestschools.org/the-deforest-freedom-run/home
Please complete your registration prior to arriving on site to pick up your race bib. (All registration will be online this year, your pickup process will go quickest if you complete your registration prior to arrival.)
The Fox Firecracker 5K Run/Walk and Kids Run held in Kaukauna is a family-friendly yet competitive event beginning at 7:30am. The 5K participants will take to the streets of downtown Kaukauna and enjoy the views of the Kaukauna Library and the Fox River. Every finisher will receive a Finisher Medal and an American flag! Fourth of July celebration complete with music by the UW-Madison Marching Band, apple pie and much more. Come and celebrate July 4th in style with us.
Virtual Runners - Submitting Your Result
Beginning July 4th you will be able to submit your time. To submit your virtual time, click on the results link. (Note: link will not work and you cannot submit a result prior to July 4) By your name, click EDIT TIME. You can submit results from July 4 - July 8. Final results will be available at the same link July 9. Virtual participants will not be eligible for any awards.