Run for Freedom

What: 5K competitive run; 2 mile non-competitive walk presented by Beacon Credit Union

Where: Matter Park, Marion, Indiana- Race starts at Shelter #5 near the bandshell.

When: Saturday, May 12th 10:00 a.m.. Pre-race ceremonies including the presentation of colors, the national anthem, and the reading of fallen soldiers names begins at 9:30a.m.

Time: Race day registration 8:00-9:30 a.m., Kids 10-under FREE 'Fun Run' begins at approximately 9:45. 5K Run and 2mi. both start at 10:00 a.m. Please arrive early and be prepared to walk 3-5 city blocks to the start line. The course will close to all vehicular traffic at 9:45 a.m. so make sure you are parked by then.

Cost: 5K Run $22, 14 and under $17. Walk: $15 all ages. Registration fee includes world famous t-shirt, goodie bag, and free post-race picnic. Note: Participants in the 'Free Kids Fun Run' do not receive a t-shirt. Race Day registration is available but increases all fees by $5.00. REGISTER EARLY to avoid paying the higher entry fee!

ALL ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY AND VETERANS PARTICIPATE FOR FREE!! Courtesy of National Machinery & Conveyor of Marion. THANK YOU SOLDIERS AND VETERANS FOR YOUR SERVICE!

Amenities: $2,000 in CASH PRIZES to be awarded to runners! See www.runforfreedom5k.com for more details. SCHEDULED TO APPEAR: Fully restored and operational Vietnam era UH-1H "HUEY" helicopter! Feel the goosebumps down your spine as you hear the unmistakeable 'WHOOP WHOOP WHOOP" of this amazing Vietnam war workhorse as it hovers over the race - and then lands for you to get inside! Rides also available! Check it out at: www.iasar.org ! FREE post-race picnic for all competitors (while supplies last!) - FREE = Photobooth sponsored by Bowen Law, LLC - DJ Sound Solutions Live DJ - and much more - DON'T MISS THIS RACE - one of the best 5K's in the Midwest!

Details about The Run For Freedom can be found on our website at: www.runforfreedom5k.com
Or you can email us at info@runforfreedom5k.com.