H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
When is H.E.R.O. Freedom Run?
H.E.R.O. Freedom Run takes place on Friday, June 19, 2026 in Brighton, MI.
What distances does H.E.R.O. Freedom Run offer?
H.E.R.O. Freedom Run offers 2 events: 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K Run/Walk.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| 5K Run/Walk | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
How much does H.E.R.O. Freedom Run cost?
Registration for H.E.R.O. Freedom Run starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is H.E.R.O. Freedom Run held?
H.E.R.O. Freedom Run is held in Brighton, MI at 6716 Winans Lake Rd..
About H.E.R.O. Freedom Run
Join us for the 4th Annual H.E.R.O Freedom Run featuring a 1-mile fun run and 5k run/walk on the beautiful cross-country course now being held onsite at Freedom River in Hamburg Township (Down the road from the Hamburg Family Fun Fest). We will kick off with a 1-mile fun run at 6:30 pm and our 5K run/walk at 7pm on a cross-country style course. The funds raised for this event will go toward building a HERO picnic refuge nestled among the trees near Gill Lake at Freedom River. Freedom River is an outdoor recreation facility for veterans and their families to relax, recover, and rejuvenate.
Freedom River, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3, non-profit organization. To learn more please visit www.freedomriver.org
The race will be held on Friday evening, June 19th starting at 6:30 pm.
PRICING: 1 mile run - $25. 5k run/walk - $30.
COURSE: Cross country type course including trails, fields, and slight hills. Race is chipped timed.
PACKET PICKUP: At the registration table on race day (6/19) starting at 5pm.
AWARDS: Medals to all finishers! Trophies to all first-place finishers and overall male and female.
AGE GROUPS: 1 Mile Fun Run: 6 & under, 7-8, 9-10, 11-14 5K Run/walk: 10 & under, 11-17, 18 & over Male and Female, Male and Female overall
REGISTRATION INCLUDES: Commemorative race T-shirt, available as supplies last. Also included in your race packet: Amusement ride VIP passes for Hamburg Family Fun Fest (pack of 3), free parking for the race and goody bags.
PARKING: Available on site.
RESULTS: We will have live results on this site!
The race will be professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. Results will be posted during the race and live on this website.
Course Map
5k run/walk
T-shirt
One community. Two causes. Moving Together for Good.
Join us for a powerful weekend of purpose and movement! On Friday evening, June 19th, the H.E.R.O Freedom Run honors service, sacrifice, and freedom, followed by the Gleaners Hunger Free Summer Run on Saturday morning, June 20th, supporting families and children in need. One Community. Two Causes. Moving Together for Good. Take part in both races and you’ll earn a special challenge medal—a symbol of making a difference, together. 🏅
Register for each race separately. Gleaners Hunger Free Summer run registration link.
Image medal coming soon!
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you, or your business/organization, is interested in sponsorship opportunities please see the attached information. In partnership with Freedom River (a comprehensive outdoor recreation center located in Hamburg Township that assists in re-assimilation of U.S. military service members, veterans and their families), the Hamburg Family Fun Fest will host the 3rd annual H.E.R.O. Freedom Run. Proceeds from the run will benefit the Freedom River project. Freedom River is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.