Olympic speed skater to kick off Glen Ellyn’s Fourth of July Freedom Four

Kick off your Fourth of July with a healthy tradition the whole family can enjoy! The Glen Ellyn Freedom Four is a 4-mile run/walk that takes you on a scenic route around Lake Ellyn Park and the surrounding neighborhood. Whether you're a seasoned runner chasing a personal record or a casual walker enjoying the fresh air, this event welcomes participants ages 5 or older.

The Freedom Four goes beyond the finish line. It’s about celebrating community spirit and supporting a great cause. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Glen Ellyn Parks Foundation's Scholarship Fund, ensuring underprivileged families have access to recreation and athletic programs offered through the Glen Ellyn Park District.

The run/walk will start at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, July 4, at Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn.

Awards and fun

Compete for top honors! Awards are given to the top two male and female finishers in each age group.

This year’s event will feature special guest Ethan Cepuran, a member of Team USA and Olympic speed skater, who will kick off the race, present awards to top finishers, and sign autographs following the event. Everyone who participates will receive a commemorative Freedom Four T-shirt (guaranteed for early bird registrants, while supplies last for others).

Register online at FreedomFourRun.com until 7:30 a.m. on race day. Registration fees are tiered to encourage early sign-ups. It will be $30 through June 22, $35 from June 23 to July 3, or $40 day of race (online or in-person).

Join in this fun and healthy way to kick off your Fourth of July! Register today and be a part of this longstanding tradition.