A Ladera Ranch tradition returns this Fourth of July! Join us for the Freedom Run on the Ranch—a fun, community-first celebration featuring the Kids Firecracker 1K, 5K, and 10K. This year we are celebrating our 20th Anniversary!
Your participation makes a difference: race registration and sponsorship proceeds support local charities, and in 2026 we are proud to support the Jessie Rees Foundation – NEGU.
Bring the whole family—whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines. Enjoy a festive event morning with a breakfast option and sponsor/vendor area, plus plenty of Fourth of July spirit throughout the community.
Important: Registration prices increase on June 22. Please register early.
June 28th - Packet Pickup - TBD
July 3rd - Packet Pickup - TBD
July 4th - Race Day Calendar:
6:00 am Race Registration opens
7:00 am - 10k run starts
8:30 am - 5k run starts
8:00 am - Xclusive breakfast begins
9:45 am - Kids 1k run starts
11:00 am - Event ends
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
07:00
$45.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 10K
Type — Running
07:00
$60.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:30
$35.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — XClusive American Breakfast - Eggs bacon pancakes and juice
Type — Running
08:30
$10.00
Jul 04, 2027
Distance — 1K
Type — Running
09:45
$15.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Ladera Ranch.
Learn more about the host city, Ladera Ranch.
Ladera Ranch is a master-planned community and census-designated place in southern Orange County, California, just outside the city limits of Mission Viejo.
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