Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run takes place at Odell Weeks Activity Center in Aiken, South Carolina on October 17, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 1-mile run and a 5K. With a typical start time of 9:00 AM, participants can plan their morning accordingly. Entry fees range from free to $43.00 depending on registration options. Whether you're looking for a shorter distance or the standard 5K, this race accommodates different fitness levels and goals. The venue provides a central location in Aiken for athletes of all abilities to participate in this community event.
From the Race Organizer
EARLY-BIRD PRICING ENDS 10/4/26!!! Register now to save money and get a free t-shirt. Price goes up to $43 after 10/4/26. The Bridge 2 Home is a non-profit in Aiken, SC that supports girls who have been victims of sex trafficking. Take a healthy step for you and these young girls by giving them a safe place to live and heal. This is one of our major fundraisers for this important cause! Learn more at www.thebridge2home.com . Run, walk, or roll in our annual 5K race! A 1-mile fun run is also offered for the kids. Strollers, wheelchairs, and friendly pets are welcome, but please line up in the back at the starting line. No bicycles or skates. Donations: If you prefer to donate to this great cause and skip the sweaty part, click the DONATE button above! For other methods of donating cash or supplies/prizes for the race, call/text the # below. We appreciate you! Prizes for 5K: Men and women each have the following age categories with prizes for 1st place and ribbons for 2nd and 3rd: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and up. 1st through 3rd overall winners for men and for women will receive surprise prizes donated by generous donors. Team Prize: Create a fundraising team to group participants as well as anyone who just wants to donate. The team who brings in the most money (including race registration fees) gets a prize! Call/text # below for help creating a team. 1-Mile Fun Run: Free! For kids 9 and under who aren't ready for the 5K yet, encourage healthy habits early by running or fast walking this 1-mile course on the paved track around the park. Register online by the early bird end date to receive a t-shirt as a participation prize. Plan on wearing the race t-shirt provided at check-in for safety reasons. Celebrate, Play, and Learn: During the race, music and games are available for all participants and spectators to enjoy for free. Snacks and water will be provided for free. Registration for 5K: Early-birds are guaranteed a t-shirt! Now through the end of early-bird, register for $38. Cost goes up to $43 through race day. Check-In: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on race day in the park outside of Odell Weeks Activity Center. For registration help, instructions are here: https://www.thebridge2home.com/registration-instructions/ . Race Course: Start at the Odell Weeks Activity Center (Virginia Acres Park), 1700 Whiskey Rd, Aiken, SC 29803 The course is on paved streets in neighborhoods behind the park, mostly flat. See race map here: https://www.thebridge2home.com/race-route/ Water station will be at 1.5 mile mark. Race volunteers and the Department of Public Safety will be stationed throughout the race and at intersections, so even young runners can safely stay on course. Contact Information: For questions, help, or for donation pickup, call/text Raquel at 314-807-6694
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Aiken, SC.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Aiken, SC?
Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Aiken, SC takes place on October 17, 2026. The race is held in Aiken, South Carolina.
Where is Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Aiken, SC held?
Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Aiken, SC is held at Odell Weeks Activity Center in Aiken, South Carolina.
Where can I find hotels near Run for Freedom 5K & Fun Run 2026 — Aiken, SC?
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