15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k – Bigfork 2026 — Bigfork, MT

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Bigfork, MT
Venue
191 Mill Street - Lake Baked
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$25.00
Events
15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5K
Includes
15th Annual Freedom 5k T-Shirt
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The 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5K takes place at Lake Baked in Bigfork, Montana on July 4th, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM. The race is located at 191 Mill Street and offers a 5K distance for runners and walkers. Entry is $25.00. This Independence Day event provides a straightforward option for endurance athletes looking to compete or participate in a community race during the holiday weekend. The morning start time allows participants to plan the rest of their holiday schedule accordingly. Whether you're training through the summer or looking for a local 5K to test your fitness, this Bigfork event offers accessible racing on a significant date.

From the Race Organizer
Join us for the 15th annual Freedom Run/Walk 5K on July 4th in Bigfork! Hosted by the Rotary Club of Bigfork, this Run/Walk is open to all ages and abilities and takes place before Bigfork’s 4th of July Parade. 🕢 Check-in: 7:30 a.m. at Lake Baked 🏁 Race Start: 9:00 a.m. 🌲 Course: Scenic Wild Mile Nature Trail Proceeds benefit Grateful Nation Montana / Bigfork High Schools partially funded sport programs and various other Rotary Club of Bigfork projects - supporting our community / it's student athletes / & the surviving children of Fallen Montana Military Heroes. 🍪 Medals & cookies at the finish! 👕 Register by June 1 to guarantee a shirt and size. We can’t wait to see you on July 4th! 🎆🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ More on who the race benefits: http://www.GratefulNationMontana.com The Grateful Nation Montana children’s fund provides financial scholarships to any post secondary school/University in the state of Montana for the children of our Montana fallen Iraq and Afghanistan Soldiers. GNM also partners with Folded Flag Foundation and Children of Fallen Patriots. FFF provides financial assistance in education for our Montana's Fallen surviving spouse and their children from K-12th grade. CFP provides financial scholarships when our Montana Fallen's children decide to pursue their education outside the state of Montana for post secondary school. 100% of every $1.00 you donate to Grateful Nation Montana goes directly into the children's educational fund. All general and administrative costs at Grateful Nation Montana are covered by the board and most GNM Freedom Run/Walk expenses are covered by all the amazing and generous business sponsors! (GNM and Rotary Club of Bigfork are 501 c 3 organizations)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k – Bigfork 2026 — Bigfork, MT?

15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k – Bigfork 2026 — Bigfork, MT takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Bigfork, Montana.

Where is 15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k – Bigfork 2026 — Bigfork, MT held?

15th Annual Freedom Run/Walk 5k – Bigfork 2026 — Bigfork, MT is held at 191 Mill Street - Lake Baked in Bigfork, Montana.

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