Events
Pretzel City 5K
192 spots left. Registration ends June 28, 2025 at 7:00am CDT
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at http://freeportparkdistrict.org/event/pretzel-city-5k/.
Place
Krape Park
Freeport, IL US 61032
Description
This is a great event whether you are a novice runner looking to run your first 5k, or a seasoned competitor looking to beat your personal best time. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome to participate. The course consists of flat roadways and paths that wind through picturesque Krape Park. The race is also part of the Rockford Road Runners circuit. All pre-registered participants will receive an event T-shirt.
Starting in the parking lot near mini golf and the baseball field, along Yellow Creek, past the Krape Park waterfall, and twin caves, over two scenic bridges then out the tree lined south entrance of the park and return. Refreshments and awards after the race int eh Gunkle Shelter. The course is certified by USA Track and Field (code IL-12088-JW) and recognized by RRCA.
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Spring Chicken Run
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YMCA Spring Chicken 5K Run/Walk - Freeport YMCA May 3, 2025
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Healthy Heart Hustle
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YMCA Spring Chicken 5K Run/Walk - Freeport YMCA May 3, 2025
Pretzel City 5k - Krape Park June 28, 2025
FHN Healthy Heart Hustle 5k- Burchard Hills July 19, 2025
Lincoln Douglas 5k - Taylor Park August 9, 2025
Lincoln/Douglas 5k
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YMCA Spring Chicken 5K Run/Walk - Freeport YMCA May 3, 2025
Pretzel City 5k - Krape Park June 28, 2025
FHN Healthy Heart Hustle 5k- Burchard Hills July 19, 2025
Lincoln Douglas 5k - Taylor Park August 9, 2025
Autumn Leaf Run 10/4/2025
Take in the spectacular scenery at the Autumn Leaf Run. It's open to all ages and all skill levels of runners, walkers and nature enthusiasts. The 5k trail loops through diverse terrain at Oakdale Nature Preserve including wide tree-lined trails, moderate hills, prairie areas, bridge crossings and several single track trail sections. The start and finish lines will be in close proximity and the race will be timed using a chip timing system. All proceeds go to the Freeport Parks Foundation to help fund upcoming projects at Oakdale Nature Preserve Park.
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