Yell County Freedom 4-Miler
About this race
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at the Yell County Freedom 4-Miler
Kick off your 4th of July with a historic stride! This year, Dardanelle is pulling out all the stops for a massive, family-friendly Independence Day celebration at Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park—and we are starting the day on the right foot.
Whether you're a competitive runner or just looking for a morning walk with the family, come out for the inaugural Yell County Freedom 4-Miler as we celebrate 250 years of American liberty!
Race Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM sharp
📍 Start & Finish: Veterans Memorial Riverfront Park
🏃♂️ Route: Lace up for a beautiful 4-mile loop following our brand-new city trail all the way to the Dardanelle Community Center and back.
Packet Pickup and Same Day Registration will be from 6:00a-6:45a with the race beginning promptly at 7a.
🎉 Stick Around for the Main Event! The fun doesn't stop at the finish line. Veterans Park will be buzzing all day long with incredible festivities for the whole family:
💦 Cool Off: Slide down the state’s largest community slip 'n slide!
🍔 Eat & Groove: Grab a bite from local food trucks and enjoy live music from bands.
🎆 The Grand Finale: End the night with our biggest aerial fireworks display yet, featuring an expanded budget for an unforgettable show over the water!
Planning your day? Don't forget to check out nearby Lake Dardanelle and Mount Nebo State Parks for daytime nature walks and community bike parades!
See you at the starting line! 🥇
Join fellow runners on July 4, 2026 for the Yell County Freedom 4-Miler. It's a fantastic 6.4K, 1K featuring a flat and fast course in Dardanelle.
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Running
Yell County Freedom 4-Miler Run
Yell County Freedom Kids Fun Run
Walking
Yell County Freedom 4-Miler Walk
About Dardanelle
Yell County Freedom 4-Miler takes place in Dardanelle, Arkansas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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