Annual Canton Liberty Run offers distances from 1 mile to 10K
Runners weave through Heritage Park during a recent Liberty Run event.
Canton Liberty Fest is set to host its 12th annual Liberty Run, in partnership with RF Events, featuring 5K, 10K, and One Mile events on Saturday, June 14.
All race events will start at the clock tower corner of Veterans Way and Civic Center Boulevard, located at 1180 S. Canton Center Road.
The 5K will begin at 8 a.m.; the 10K at 8:30 a.m.; and the One Mile Fun Run at 10 a.m.
Liberty Run entry includes a finisher’s medal for all distances.
Patriotic outfit award
Participants are encouraged to wear their best red, white and blue running garb for a chance to win a most patriotic outfit award.
Race organizers will be collecting food this year for Open Door Ministries, a local food pantry located in Canton. In addition, a portion of all entry fees will help fund recreation and trail improvements in Canton.
After looping through neighborhood streets and the Lower Rouge Trail, participants are encouraged to refuel after the race at the Canton Lions Club’s 28th Annual Pancake Breakfast, which will be held in Heritage Park’s North Pavilions from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.. while supplies last.
Fun-filled Liberty Fest planned
Canton Liberty Fest will take place June 12-14, featuring a full spectrum of carnival rides, midway games and special attractions for all ages, as well as live music and entertainment, great food, and plenty of family fun.
For additional information about Canton’s 32nd annual Liberty Fest, click here or call 734-394-5360.
To register or for more information about the Canton Liberty Run, click here.
For further registration and race information, send an email to jodi@rfevents.com.
