Carmel Freedom Run 4.5 + 1.5 miler
About this race
Kick off your Independence Day weekend at the patriotic Carmel Freedom Run 4.5-mile and 1.5-miler! Raceday is Friday, July 4th in the beautiful city of Carmel, IN! NEW FOR 2025, we are excited to host the event at Upland Brewing and Pies & Pints in Clay Terrace!
Join the fun with your friends and family at this classic run/walk, then enjoy some post-race refreshments! In addition to water, Gatorade and snack options, all finishers (21+) can use their FREE drink ticket for a beer at Upland Brewing or Pies & Pints! Java House will also be on-site with Sweet Coffee treats available (first come first served or while supplies last).
Soft-style shirts are included for all, and for the first time we will be offering FINISHER MEDALS for the 4.5-milers and 1.5-milers! We also offer overall and age-group awards to our faster competitors!
This year's race features new and exciting 4.5-mile and 1.5-mile courses that start/finish at Upland Brewing, and utilizing the beautiful streets of downtown Carmel and Monon Trail. There is also a FREE FUN RUN for kids 10 and under. Bring the whole family out, as we offer a discounted rate for families of 3+!
Pick your distance
Running
4.5 Mile Run - 16 min/mile pace required
Must maintain pace of 16 min/mile
1.5 Mile Family Walk
Volunteer
https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/Carmel/CarmelFestFreedomRunWalk
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Carmel.
About Carmel
Carmel Freedom Run 4.5 + 1.5 miler takes place in Carmel, Indiana, United States. The local timezone is America/Indiana/Indianapolis.
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