Downs Freedom Run
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (June 27, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Downs Freedom Run takes place in Downs, McLean County, on June 26, 2027, with a 5K (3.1 miles) and an untimed 1-mile (1.6 km) walk, both starting at 8:00 a.m., followed by a Kids Fun Run at 9:30 a.m., all in a lively local setting.
Proceeds support community initiatives such as park improvements and grants for local businesses. Awards go to the overall winners and the top runners in each age group.
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Races nearby
Other upcoming races around Downs.
The Big Run - Bloomington Illinois
Jun 2, 2027 · Bloomington, IL · 9 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
Sangamam 5K Run/2K Family Fun
Jul 24, 2027 · Bloomington, IL · 9 mi away
3.1 mi · 1.2 mi
The Redder for Edder Run
Nov 8, 2026 · Normal, IL · 10 mi away
3 mi
Illinois State University Homecoming Town and Gown 5K
Oct 24, 2026 · Normal, IL · 11 mi away
3.1 mi · 1 mi
Lake Run Club's National Doughnut Day Run
Jun 4, 2027 · Normal, IL · 11 mi away
6.2 mi · 4 mi · 3.1 mi · 2 mi
Park 2 Park
Jul 4, 2027 · Normal, IL · 11 mi away
5 mi