Freedom Forward 5K & Family Fest

The Freedom Forward Juneteenth 5K & Family Fest is a community-centered experience that brings together wellness, culture, and celebration in honor of Juneteenth. Taking place at Barber Park, this full-day event begins with the Freedom Forward 5K & Community Walk (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM), designed to promote health, resilience, and collective progress.

The day continues with The Juneteenth Exchange: Vendor Market (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM), featuring local artisans, food vendors, and small businesses, before transitioning into the Juneteenth Family Fest (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM) — a vibrant celebration of music, culture, and community connection.

Presented by ThriveShift in collaboration with Juneteenth Greensboro, this experience reflects a shared commitment to creating accessible pathways to wellness while fostering meaningful community engagement. Through initiatives like the Recliner-to-5K training program, participants are encouraged to move at their own pace while building sustainable, healthy habits.

More than a race or a festival, Freedom Forward is a movement — one that honors the legacy of Juneteenth by creating space for joy, connection, and collective growth.