Start your Fourth of July off with a 5k race in downtown Clermont. The second annual Freedom 5k race begins at Clermont’s Historical Village and ends at Suncreek Brewery. Runners, walkers, joggers and whole families are welcome! All participants receive a Brooks running tank top, custom metal, Suncreek beer (adults 21+) and post-race snacks.

Continuing to adhere to current social distancing guidelines, this chip-timed race will have a wave start so runners will be at least 6 feet apart at the beginning of the race. The race begins promptly at 7:30 am with awards at approximately 8:45 am.

This year’s course will have participants running the beautiful roads in downtown Clermont as we hop on and off the South Lake Trail. Starting on West Ave and West Osceola Street, participants will head east towards 4th Street taking a left turn to the trail. After an out and back to mile 2, the return takes you to a right turn on 7th Street as you go towards Minneola Ave and finish at Suncreek Brewery, our finish line post-race beer sponsor!!

Award categories are top 3 Male and Female overall, Male and Female Masters, and top 3 Male and Female in 10 year age groups, starting with 9 and under up to 70 and over.

Registration is $35 per person and available at www.5kfreedom.com. Sign up quick, prices increase on May 30. FloDash Events will refund you $20 as a thank you when you get 5 friends to sign up using the referral link you receive with your registration confirmation email.

Planning the rest of your race season? The Clermont Clay 15 will draw participants from all over the state of Florida on Sunday, October 31. Known for its majestic views and steep hills, the Clermont Clay race is a great trail race for runners. The proceeds will benefit the South Lake Multisport Events which provides funds for enhancing endurance race venues.

The Groveland 5k & 10k Turkey Trot will kick off on Thanksgiving morning. This race through the hills of Groveland is a great way to get ahead of holiday calories! This family-friendly race features a route around Trilogy with beautiful views of the area.

For the best value, register at www.Flodash.com and receive 10% off when you sign up for three races or 15% off with four races. FloDash Events will also refund you $20 as a thank you when you get 5 friends to sign up using the referral link you receive with your registration confirmation email.