The SARR Freedom Day Run takes place at McAllister Park Pavilion #2 in San Antonio, Texas on July 4th, 2026. This Independence Day event offers three distances to accommodate different runners: a 400-meter Kids Run, a 2-mile option, and a 4-mile race. Entry fees range from $10 to $49 depending on the distance selected. The event starts at noon, making it a holiday afternoon fixture for local runners and families. Whether you're training through the summer or looking for a casual holiday 5K alternative, this San Antonio run provides flexible distance choices in a park setting during one of the year's most festive race dates.
From the Race Organizer
Running=Freedom. Come celebrate your freedom with the San Antonio RoadRunners for our traditional 4-Miler on the 4 th of July. Wear your best Red, White, and Blue for the Freedom Day 4-Miler, 2-Miler, and Li’l Firecrackers Kids Run . We have the virtual option if you cannot attend the live race. You can have your packet shipped (at extra cost) or you can pick up at in-person packet pick up (no extra cost) This race features a 4-Miler, 2-Miler and a kids run. The live 4-Miler is the only event that is timed and has awards. The 2-Miler and kids run are NOT timed and will not have awards. IN-PERSON RACE Details: Freedom Day 4-Miler will be chip-timed and awards will be given for overall and 5-year age groups 2-Miler is a fun run/walk and is not chip-timed. Costume contest after the race. Dress in your best RED, WHITE and BLUE!!! Shirts in adult and youth sizes available until sold out. We recommend registering by 6/1/25 to guarantee your shirt size. Finisher medals for all Post-race food and refreshments VIRTUAL RACE Details: The Virtual Freedom Day 4-Miler and 2-Miler are races that you can run or walk from any location and route. You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Signup, download and print your race bib, complete the 4-Miler or 2-Miler and submit your results. When you submit your time, you will also be able to download, print and/or share your Finisher's Certificate. Complete your race and submit your results between: July 4, 2026, 12:00am- July 25, 2026, 11:59pm Mens or womens tech shirt. Youth sizes will be limited. Finisher medal PACKETS ARE NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHIPPED. PICK UP PACKET AT THE PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP FOR FREE OR ADD-ON SHIPPING AT REGISTRATION TO HAVE YOUR PACKET MAILED. Instagram: SARR Racing Page Facebook: Freedom Day Run Page and San Antonio RoadRunners Facebook Packet Pickup Info. Highly recommended to pick up your packet before race day. Friday July 3rd from 4-7PM REI 11745 I-10 Suite 110, San Antonio, TX 78230 Race Day packet pick up, McAllister Park 6:00AM-7:30AM RACE COURSE: HERE Race start times: 7:00 AM Li'l Firecrackers Kids Run (1K Run) 7:15AM 4-Miler Starts 7:20AM 2-Miler Starts 8:15 AM 4-Miler Awards AWARDS: We will be handing out awards for the 4-Miler only. Overall and age group awards in 5-year increments for the top 3. Must pick up award on race day. Check results before you leave, and have a friend pick up for you if you cannot stay for the ceremony. Refund Policy: Refunds are not allowed for this race. Email Director of Racing @ racing@saroadrunners.com for sponsor and vendor options. Not sure if you are registered? How to View Registrations in RunSignUp If you registered for a Race and would like view your registration, begin by logging into your account, and go to your “Profile” page (upper right corner) . On the “Profile” page, see Races under Upcoming Events. This shows a list of all Race(s) that are coming up. You are able to manage the registration for the Race by clicking "Manage Registration". Register Early. SARR members receive a 25% discount on the 4-Miler and 2-Miler with online registration thru 6/7/26 (automatically applied at checkout) Active-Duty Military get a $5 discount on the 4-Miler thru 6/7/26 (no other discounts apply; please show ID at packet pickup). Runners age 24 or younger and age 70+ get a 50% discount on the 4-Miler with online registration thru 6/7/26 (no other discounts apply)
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When is SARR Freedom Day Run-4-Miler, 2-Miler & Li’l Firecrackers Kids Run 2026 — San Antonio, TX?
SARR Freedom Day Run-4-Miler, 2-Miler & Li’l Firecrackers Kids Run 2026 — San Antonio, TX takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in San Antonio, Texas.
Where is SARR Freedom Day Run-4-Miler, 2-Miler & Li’l Firecrackers Kids Run 2026 — San Antonio, TX held?
SARR Freedom Day Run-4-Miler, 2-Miler & Li’l Firecrackers Kids Run 2026 — San Antonio, TX is held at McAllister Park-Pavilion #2 in San Antonio, Texas.
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