Freedom Run for Epilepsy Awareness

The 23rd Freedom Run to Raise Awareness of Epilepsy 

5K & 10K Timed Run or a 1-mile Untimed Walk, Stroll, Skip, or Roll

Join Us for the Freedom Run/Walk – A Celebration of Strength, Hope & Seizure Freedom!

Celebrate Independence Day by taking action in the fight for seizure freedom! The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaiʻi’s annual Freedom Run/Walk brings together families, friends, and community members to raise awareness and support those impacted by epilepsy.

When:
🗓️ Friday, July 4, 2025
📍 Kailua High School – 451 Ulumanu Dr., Kailua, O‘ahu
⏰ Check-in begins at 5:30 AM | Race starts promptly at 7:00 AM

Choose your pace — professionally timed 5K/10K run, a 1-mile untimed walk, or gather your team for a fun and meaningful day outdoors. Whether you run, walk, roll, or stroll, every step helps bring us closer to a world free from seizures.

 
Why We Run:
Since 1971, the Epilepsy Foundation of Hawai‘i has empowered local families with education, support, and advocacy. Your participation supports critical programs, including seizure first aid training, public awareness, and resources for families navigating epilepsy.

 
Event Highlights:
🌟 Platinum Sponsor: Hawaii Pacific Neuroscience (HPN)
• Stop by the HPN booth for fun, interactive games and activities for all ages
• Learn about epilepsy care, brain health, and local medical resources

🐾 Pet Oasis sponsored by EL Pets — because animals can experience seizures too. Learn how to recognize and respond to pet seizures.

🎁 First 100 Keiki Registrants: Use promo code KEIKI2025 at checkout to receive $5 off
🎉 Register by June 24 for a chance to win a gift basket valued over $200
🧢 First to arrive on race day and pick up their packets will receive a custom embroidered visor
🎭 Costume Contest: Prizes for Best Dressed Pet, Superhero, and Team Spirit!

 
Fundraising Incentives:
Fundraising is encouraged but not required — and it comes with fun rewards!
💜 Raise $150: Waist Pack (fanny pack)
💜 Raise $300: Refrigerator Cooler Fan
💜 Raise $1,000+: Hydration Backpack

🏆 Additional Awards:
• Top Individual Fundraisers
• Largest & Most Spirited Team
• Best Dressed Animal
• Best Costume
• Most Purple
• Top Runners (by time)

 
Packet Pick-Up & Timing:
• Pick up your bib on race day 5:45 am to 6:45 am
• Check-in closes at 6:45 AM
• 5K & 10K are chip-timed by Timeline Hawai‘i

REGISTER NOW
Click HERE to register yourself as an individual or JOIN/START a team!
Click HERE to download a PDF of the registration form.
Call 808-528-3058 to register over the phone.

Mahalo

The Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii is the only non-profit organization to serve over

15,000 individuals living with active epilepsy, and 2,000 are children. 

All race proceeds remain in Hawaii and help to fund local education and outreach programs, resources, and initiatives.  

• Seizure Recognition and First-Aid Certification Training
• E-Kokua Club - Safe space for patients and 'ohana with discounts to events and more!
• Epilepsy educational presentations, group art
• Support groups
• The epilepsy patient and community education conference, and referral & advocacy services.