MOUNT EVANS FREEDOM RUN 5K

About the Event

The Mount Evans Freedom Run 5K returns to Evergreen, Colorado on July 4th, 2026.
Starting at 8am sharp from Evergreen Middle School, the race follows a scenic and hilly course through residential neighborhoods. The route weaves its way past charming homes and lush greenery before arriving at the finish line near the Evergreen Athletic Club where runners can enjoy a festive after party complete with an awards ceremony for peer to peer fundraisers.
For over four decades, Mount Evans Home Health Care & Hospice has been providing essential care in our foothill and mountain communities. This beloved Fourth of July event supports their mission by raising funds that go towards compassionate home health and hospice services. Whether you run the 5K or participate as a spectator, this community-run race is an integral part of Evergreen’s Independence Day celebrations.
The course venue features firm but slightly soft trail conditions, typical for early summer in Colorado. With average temperatures around 19°C on race morning, participants can expect mild to warm weather with minimal humidity at just 47%. The day promises plenty of sunshine and a UV index of Very High, so sunscreen is highly recommended.
The Mount Evans Freedom Run offers both adult and youth distances: the Adult 5K costs $44.79 while Youth runners (17 & Under) can participate in the same race for just $23.39.

Adult
Start: 08:00:00 • Fee: $44.79

Youth (17 & Under)
5K • Start: 08:00:00 • Fee: $23.39

Register at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/119295/mount-evans-freedom-run-5k by June 30th, 2026 for the best rates. Bibs are available for pickup on July 3rd from Evergreen Middle School between 4pm and 7pm. First-timers should bring photo ID to verify age requirements.
The race starts at Evergreen Middle School located at 125 E Main St, Evergreen, CO 80439. Don’t miss the opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying the beauty of our local community on this special day in July.
This race is worth attending because it brings together runners and spectators from all walks of life to celebrate freedom and health care in our beloved Evergreen neighborhood.

Races Offered

Adult

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$44.79

Youth (17 & Under)

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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08:00

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$23.39

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Evergreen.

thermostat Temperature

11.6° / 26.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.7° / 23.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

13h 11m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

47.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:47

nightlight Sunset

20:25

About Evergreen

Learn more about the host city, Evergreen.

Evergreen is an unincorporated community of about 9500 in the Denver Metropolitan Area of the U.S. state of Colorado. The residential suburb lies in the Front Range foothills west-southwest of Denver in Jefferson County.