Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck

Saturday, November 14, 2026 • Mount Juliet, TN
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When is Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck?

Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck takes place on Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Mount Juliet, TN.

What distances does Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck offer?

Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck offers 5 events: 5K, 5K Ruck, 10K, 10K Ruck, 1/2 Marathon.

Event Distance Price
5K 5.0 km $45.00 Register
5K Ruck 5.0 km $45.00 Register
10K 10.0 km $55.00 Register
10K Ruck 10.0 km $55.00 Register
1/2 Marathon 13.1 mi $75.00 Register

How much does Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck cost?

Registration for Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck starts at $40.00. Prices vary by event distance.

Where is Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck held?

Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck is held in Mount Juliet, TN at 1875 Golden Bear Gateway.

About Run for Freedom, 5K and 10K, + Ruck

Join us for the 4th Annual Run for Freedom, benefiting Rest Stop Ministries.

Choose from a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), 10K, 5K, 10K Ruck, or 5K Ruck. Whether you're an experienced runner, first-time participant, walker, or rucker, there's a distance for everyone.

The course begins and ends at Mt. Juliet High School, taking participants through the Greenway, Charlie Daniels Park, and surrounding neighborhoods.

Every registration helps provide restoration, hope, and freedom for survivors of sex trafficking through Rest Stop Ministries' long-term residential program, workforce empowerment, and supportive services.

Thank you for joining us as we Run for Freedom.

  • Location: Mt. Juliet High School
  • Events: Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 10K Ruck, and 5K Ruck
  • Race Date: Saturday, November 14
  • Start Time: 9:00 a.m.
  • Benefiting: Rest Stop Ministries 


Participant Swag & Awards

All registered participants will receive:

  • Custom race shirt (register by TBD to guarantee your size)
  • Custom finisher medal


Awards

5K, 10K & Half Marathon

Overall Awards

  • 1st Place Male & Female
  • 2nd Place Male & Female
  • 3rd Place Male & Female

Age Groups

  • 18 & Under
  • 19–29
  • 30–39
  • 40–49
  • 50+

Ruck Division

  • Overall 1st Place Male
  • Overall 1st Place Female

 

Ruck Division

We're excited to offer both a 5K Ruck and 10K Ruck.

Rucking is walking or hiking while carrying a weighted backpack (ruck).

Weight Requirements

  • Participants over 150 lbs.: 20 lb. dry weight
  • Participants under 150 lbs.: 10 lb. dry weight

Important Rules

  • Weigh-in begins 45 minutes before the race.
  • No weigh-in = no finisher medal.
  • Weight must remain in your ruck throughout the race.
  • Random weight checks may occur during the event.

Award eligibility requires competing with a traditional backpack-style ruck. Weighted vests and plate carriers are not eligible for awards.
 
Course Maps

  • Half Marathon (2 Loops)
  • 10K (Run & Ruck)
  • 5K (Run & Ruck)

 
Packet Pickup

Friday, November 13

Location:
Satterly's (address coming soon)

Time: TBD

 

Race Day Packet Pickup

Saturday, November 14

7:30–8:30 a.m.

You may pick up a friend or family member's packet with their registration QR code.

 
Race Day Schedule

Location: Mt. Juliet High School

Start • Finish • Parking

Schedule

7:30–8:30 a.m.
Registration & Packet Pickup

9:00 a.m.
Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 10K Ruck & 5K Ruck Start

 
Switching Your Distance

Need to change your race distance?

Please contact the Race Director before race day or during packet pickup.

  • Downgrades are not eligible for refunds.
  • Upgrades require payment of the current registration price difference.

 
Aid Stations

Aid stations are available approximately every 2 miles.

Stations will include:

  • Water
  • GU Energy Gel
  • Fruit

Electrolytes/BCAAs
 

Restrooms

Restrooms are available:

Mt. Juliet High School athletic fields
Charlie Daniels Park

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2024 Swag: Custom 2024 Socks

All Route File

Finisher Medals

Swag & Giveaways

5K: Long Sleeve Race Tee
5K Ruck: Long Sleeve Race Tee
10K: Long Sleeve Race Tee
10K Ruck: Long Sleeve Race Tee
1/2 Marathon: Long Sleeve Race Tee
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