Freedom Fighters Half Marathon
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Event overview
The 2026 Freedom Fighters event offers three race distances in Prince William Forest Park on June 7, 2026. Distances include:
- 5k (trail only)
- 10k (about 50% trail, 50% pavement)
- Half marathon (about 60% pavement)
The event awards a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-FIT) event shirt, and uses chip timing. Points from these races count toward year-long 5k, 10k, endurance, and Back of the Pack series, and also toward the organizer’s Spring Series. A virtual race option is available. Walkers are welcome. The event benefits Semper Fi & America’s Fund.
Logistics and facilities
The course includes hills; a course map and elevation details are provided by the organizer. Water stations are placed as follows: eight along the half marathon (approximate mile markers 1.55, 3.3, 4.55, 5.6, 8, 10, 11, 11.65), three along the 10k (approximate mile markers 1.55, 3.1, 4.65), and one on the 5k (approximate mile marker 1.55). Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are near the Visitor Center. Packet pickup is available at the event; the organizer recommends arriving about one hour before an event start to check in. There is no on-site race registration. Parking is directed to the Williams ballfield off the park entrance road; the organizer provides GPS coordinates for the meeting location. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to 1st and 2nd in standard age groups. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.