The North Carolina of July Festival Freedom Run
About this race
The NC 4th of July Festival Freedom Run is an unforgettable 5K experience along the picturesque waterfront of downtown Southport! The race will wind through the quaint neighborhood, allowing you to immerse yourself in the area's beauty. Take in the majestic oak trees and feel the refreshing coastal breezes from the nearby Cape Fear River. This route promises to be one of the most scenic 5Ks in the state.
Schedule
Friday, June 26 - Packet Pickup and Kick Off Party
4:00PM - 6:30PM - Cape Side Brewing - 511 N Howe Street
Saturday, June 27 - Race Day
6:00 - 7:15 AM - Last Chance Packet Pick Up (Southport Waterfront Park)
7:00 AM - 1 Mile Start
7:30 AM - 5K Start
8:30 AM - Awards
Join fellow runners on June 28, 2025 for the The North Carolina of July Festival Freedom Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Southport.
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5k Run/Walk
1 mile Run/Walk
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These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Southport in 2025, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Southport
The North Carolina of July Festival Freedom Run takes place in Southport, North Carolina, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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