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COME OUT AND CHEER FOR OUR 27th YEAR!
TUESDAY, JULY 4* AT 8 AM
RUN & FAMILY FUN WALK | 5K COURSE
COME OUT AND CHEER FOR OUR 27th YEAR!
COME OUT AND CHEER FOR OUR 27th YEAR!
TUESDAY, JULY 4* AT 8 AM
TUESDAY, JULY 4* AT 8 AM
RUN & FAMILY FUN WALK | 5K COURSE
RUN & FAMILY FUN WALK | 5K COURSE
Please join us for the 27th Annual Antioch Run For Freedom on Tuesday, July 4. This well-received walk/run has become a holiday tradition in Antioch attracting more than 1,200 participants. Both the competitive runner and casual walking family enjoy our challenging course that winds through the beautiful streets of Antioch.
Start Time
8 AM
5K RUN/WALK BEGINS
Fee
$35 Prior to race day
$40 Race day
$90 Family rate
Up to five immediate family members per household; Available prior to race day only.
Make checks payable to: 2023 Antioch Run For Freedom
*Sorry, no refunds or rain date!
Location
ANTIOCH, ILLINOIS
Antioch Scout House 770 Cunningham Drive
Corner of Cunningham and Poplar Avenues. One block west of Highway 83/Main Street.
Make checks payable to:
2023 Antioch Run For Freedom
*Sorry, no refunds or rain date!
REGISTRATION
Online registration is open until 4 p.m. on Monday, July 3. An account with Antioch Run for Freedom must be created prior to online registration. Click the button above and select “Create Account” to get started.
WALK-IN REGISTRATION
Walk-in registration will remain open until 5 p.m. on Monday, July 3. Complete the attached registration form, making sure to sign all waivers, and bring them into State Bank of The Lakes, located at 440 Lake Street, Antioch, Illinois 60002. Separate registration and signed waivers are required for each participant.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Race day registration and packet pick up begins at 6:30 a.m. at the Antioch Scout House, 770 Cunningham Drive (one block west of Highway 83/Main Street), Antioch, Illinois. Family discount rates are not available on race day. Registration closes at 7:45 a.m. sharp.
Waiver on front and back of application must be signed before registration is accepted.
PACKET PICK-UP
PRIOR TO RACE DAY
Packets are available at State Bank of The Lakes from Monday, June 19, through 12 p.m. on Monday, July 3. The bank is located at 440 Lake St., Antioch, IL.
RACE DAY
Packets will also be available for pick-up at the race site on the morning of the race from 6:30–7:30 a.m.
Amenities
- Free race t-shirts for the first 1,000 registered participants (sizes not guaranteed)
- Complimentary refreshments
- Ample parking
Awards
To qualify for an award, you must enter as a runner. Awards are given to the top three males (overall) and top three females (overall).
Age group awards are given to the top three male and female runners in each of these age groups: 6-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
Winners must be present to receive awards; awards will not be mailed.
Course Map
The challenging course follows residential streets, featuring two water stations at regular intervals and mile markers with clocks at miles 1, 2, and 3.
Download the course map here.
Medical Support
The services of the Antioch Fire Department Paramedics are available in case assistance is needed.
Race Results
Results will be posted on the website, at all State Bank of The Lakes locations, mychicagoathlete.com, and active.com.
Race Questions
Call State Bank of The Lakes at 847-395-2700 or email info@sbotl.com for any race questions.
Timing
B-Tag™ Timing System
The Antioch Run For Freedom will be utilizing the timing technology from ChronoTrack, an event supplied B-Tag™, which is a bar code on your bib. In order to ensure accurate timing, race bibs need to be clearly visible and pinned in all four corners on the front of the torso. Runners’ bibs should not be modified or altered (do not fold or wrinkle), and they should not be covered by jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.
Event Sponsors
Thanks
Thank you to the Village of Antioch, Antioch Department of Public Works, Antioch Police Department, Antioch Fire Department, Antioch Department of Parks and Recreation, race sponsors, and our many employee and community volunteers.
Village of Antioch Fourth of July Activities
After the Run For Freedom, join the Village of Antioch in celebrating Independence Day. For more details, contact Village of Antioch Parks Department at 847-395-2160 or visit antioch.il.gov.