The Centerville Freedom Run begins behind City Hall in Centerville, Utah. Its primary event is a timed 5K, with shorter options designed for families. This long-standing community event, held annually on the Fourth of July, offers 5K and one-mile distances for all ages, alongside a free schoolyard race for children 8 and under.
The 5K includes professional timing, age-and-gender group rankings, and awards for the top three finishers in each category. The one-mile run/walk is untimed, but participants under 12 receive finisher ribbons, positioning it as a relaxed family activity rather than a competitive race. Proceeds are directed by the Centerville-Farmington Rotary Club to fund international humanitarian efforts and local service initiatives.