Freedom 5K race returns

(June 21, 2022) Local and regional runners are invited to join the fun this Fourth of July during the 11th annual Freedom 5K, sponsored by the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department.   

This patriotic trot is scheduled to start at 8 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines.   

Runners will dash through scenic areas of the Pines and may show off their best U.S.A.-inspired outfits. Timing for the event will be supplied courtesy of RIP IT Events.  

Awards will be given to male and female first- through third-place finishers in nine different age groups, from 10 and under to 70 and over. An award will also be given to the best dressed runner.   

Preregistration, $35, is open through July 3. Visit https://www.raceentry.com/races/ocean-pines-association-freedom-5k/2022/register to register. 

Day-of registration is $40 and starts at 7:15 a.m. All sales will be cash only. 

For more information or questions, contact the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052 or visit www.oceanpines.org.