Juneteenth Freedom Forward 5K 2026 — Greensboro, NC

Run with purpose. Move with community. Celebrate freedom in motion. This is more than a race—it’s a celebration of progress, possibility, and collective power. Join us for the Juneteenth Freedom Forward 5K, where wellness meets purpose and every step moves us forward. Whether you’re an experienced runner or just getting started, this experience is built for you. Through our Recliner to 5K Training Teams, we meet you exactly where you are. In the weeks leading up to race day, you’ll train alongside others, build sustainable habits, and stay motivated through real community support—because transformation happens together. Then, on race day, it all comes to life. ✨ A high-energy 5K run 🚶🏽‍♀️ A welcoming 1-mile fun walk 🎶 Music, vendors, and community vibes 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly activities for all ages Walk it. Jog it. Run it. However you show up—you belong here. This event honors Juneteenth through action—expanding access to wellness, advancing health equity, and strengthening the connections that make our communities thrive. 👟 Join a Recliner to 5K team 🎉 Register for the run or walk 🤝 Show up for yourself—and for something bigger Move with purpose. Move with us. Every step you take helps create opportunity. Every dollar raised supports ThriveShift’s youth education and development programs, helping the next generation move from stability to thriving.