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Race, walk, jog, cheer, and celebrate before East Longmeadow’s July 4th Parade.
The Legendary Freedom Four Miler Road Race
Join us in East Longmeadow for the 3rd Annual Freedom Four Miler Road Race, now featuring the new Freedom Family 2-Miler.
This special July 4th event was created to bring our community together in celebration of freedom, fitness, patriotism, family, and the proud traditions that make East Longmeadow’s Independence Day so memorable.
Taking place immediately before the largest July 4th Parade in New England, this race gives runners, walkers, families, and spectators a one-of-a-kind opportunity to be part of the excitement before one of the area’s most beloved holiday parades kicks off.
Whether you are racing for prize money in the Freedom Four Miler, jogging with friends, walking with family, or showing off your most patriotic outfit, this event is built for every pace, from the fastest runners to families looking for a festive start to the Fourth.
Come ready for either challenge and bring your best red, white, and blue spirit.
Choose Your July 4th Challenge
Race for the podium, jog with friends, or walk with family before the parade begins.
Competitive Road Race
Freedom Four Miler Road RaceThe Freedom Four Miler is the highly competitive 4-mile road race through the streets of East Longmeadow. Runners will race along the same fan-filled streets that will soon welcome the July 4th Parade. This event includes overall prize money, age-group prize money, and special awards. |
New Family Option
Freedom Family 2-MilerThe Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog is a shorter, family-friendly option for participants who want to be part of the Fourth of July celebration without completing the full 4-mile race. This 2-mile event is perfect for families, casual joggers, walkers, kids, first-time participants, and anyone who wants a fun and festive way to start Independence Day. |
Run Fast. Celebrate Big.
Prize money will only be awarded to Freedom Four Miler Road Race participants.
Top Male & Female Finishers
Cash prizes are awarded to the fastest overall male and female finishers in the Freedom Four Miler.
| Fastest Overall Time 1st | $600 Male | $600 Female |
| Fastest Overall Time 2nd | $300 Male | $300 Female |
| Fastest Overall Time 3rd | $150 Male | $150 Female |
Age Group Awards
Each age-group winner, male and female, based on fastest time, will receive $100.
14 & Under 15 to 19 20 to 24 25 to 29 30 to 34 35 to 39 40 to 44 45 to 49 50 to 54 55 to 59 60 to 64 65 to 69 70 to 74 75+
Most Patriotic Outfit
A special Gift Basket will be awarded for the Most Patriotic Outfit.
Bring your most creative red, white, and blue race-day look. Patriotic shirts, socks, tutus, hats, face paint, flags, themed family outfits, and full-on freedom costumes are all encouraged.
The Energy Is the Experience
Fast streets, parade-day excitement, great swag, and a crowd that brings the Fourth of July energy.
The course was great and the crowd kept energy high. It was a great experience and met some great people!
Most electric atmosphere i've ever experienced at a short distance race. Having the parade after was a great start to independence day
The swag was top notch, Great course and fun to have so many spectators
Important Timing Information
Because this event takes place immediately before the East Longmeadow July 4th Parade, the race must follow a strict schedule.
60-Minute Course Cut-Off
There will be a 60-minute course cut-off time for the Freedom Four Miler. A course sweeper will follow the race to ensure all cones are cleared and that no runners remain on the route before the parade begins.
Check-In Ends at 9:20 AM
Race check-in starts at 8:00am and will end precisely at 9:20AM. No exceptions. Because the race must begin on time and the parade schedule cannot be delayed, we are unable to hold the start for late arrivals. Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early.
Choose the Right Distance
Participants should choose the event distance that best fits their pace. Anyone who may need more time is encouraged to join the Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
What to Wear
This is a Fourth of July race, so patriotic spirit is part of the fun. Participants are encouraged to wear the official race shirt, or anything red, white, and blue, decorate strollers or wagons for the family 2 miler, and celebrate the day with festive race-day style.
Parking and Arrival
Please plan ahead, allow extra time for parking and traffic, and arrive early. The race schedule is connected to the parade schedule, so timing matters. The parade kicks off right after the race and roads around Maple street are shut down.
Course Information
Please review the course map before race day and become familiar with the route. The course will take participants through East Longmeadow before the start of the July 4th Parade.
Celebrate With Us
We can’t wait to celebrate freedom, fitness, family, community, and the Fourth of July with you at this year’s Freedom Four Miler Road Race and Freedom Family 2-Miler Walk/Jog.
COURSE
Race Route Instructions
The race will start on Baldwin Street in East Longmeadow. Arrows will guide you and always be on your right side.
- From the start line, runners will head out on Baldwin Street and take a right onto Maple Street.
- Continue along Maple Street, then turn left onto Marshall Street.
- From Marshall Street, turn left onto Chestnut Street. Mile Marker 1
- Continue on Chestnut Street and turn left onto the Rail Trail before Shaker Road.
- A water station will be located on your left along on the rail trail closer to Chestnut
- Continue on the Bike Trail, then turn right onto Maple Street.
- A water station will be located on your left or right along this section of Maple street before the rotary
- As you approach the rotary, veer left and follow the parade route, where fans will be cheering you on.
- Continue along the route and take a right onto Mapleshade Avenue.
- Another water station will be on your left near Day Ave
- Then take your last right turn onto Elm Street.
- Elm Street is your home stretch to the finish line.
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Event Location
BALDWIN STREET EAST LONGMEADOW START
21 Baldwin St
East Longmeadow, MA 01028 US
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Freedom Four Milers get:
All Finishers receive a Freedom Four Miler Medal
Register by June 1st 2027, Get an official Race t-shirt
Finish Line Water & Banana
