5K
5K
Run or walk our classic Firecracker 5K (3.1 miles) on our flat and fast course!
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
5K: Rucking Division (Competitive)
First 200 to register for the Rucking Division get a commemorative patch!
Rucking is simply walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack.
To qualify for the competitive rucking division:
Participants weighing 149lbs or less, a 10-pound weight is required
Participants weighing 150lbs or more, a 20 pound weight is required.
Note: Weighted vests and plate carriers are allowed and do qualify. LEOs, Military, and Firefighters in full gear also qualify for the competitive rucking division.
Finishers who pass all weight requirements will qualify for overall and age-group awards. Rucks will be weighed at the finish line and must remain compliant with the prescribed weight from start to finish.
Rucking is simply walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack.
To qualify for the competitive rucking division:
Participants weighing 149lbs or less, a 10-pound weight is required
Participants weighing 150lbs or more, a 20 pound weight is required.
Note: Weighted vests and plate carriers are allowed and do qualify. LEOs, Military, and Firefighters in full gear also qualify for the competitive rucking division.
Finishers who pass all weight requirements will qualify for overall and age-group awards. Rucks will be weighed at the finish line and must remain compliant with the prescribed weight from start to finish.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
5K Fun Ruck
First 200 to register for the Rucking Division get a commemorative patch!
Rucking is simply walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack.
We enthusiastically welcome ruckers who choose not to carry the minimum weight requirement to participate in the Fun Ruck division! These participants will skip the weigh-in and will not qualify for a rucking award. Join us and give it a shot, even if you’re rucking with a yoga block! All participants are required to supply their own rucks and weights.
Rucking is simply walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack.
We enthusiastically welcome ruckers who choose not to carry the minimum weight requirement to participate in the Fun Ruck division! These participants will skip the weigh-in and will not qualify for a rucking award. Join us and give it a shot, even if you’re rucking with a yoga block! All participants are required to supply their own rucks and weights.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
1-Mile Fun Ruck
Rucking is simply walking or hiking while carrying a weighted rucksack or backpack.
We enthusiastically welcome ruckers who choose not to carry the minimum weight requirement to participate in the Fun Ruck division! These participants will skip the weigh-in and will not qualify for a rucking award. Join us and give it a shot, even if you’re rucking with a yoga block! All participants are required to supply their own rucks and weights.
We enthusiastically welcome ruckers who choose not to carry the minimum weight requirement to participate in the Fun Ruck division! These participants will skip the weigh-in and will not qualify for a rucking award. Join us and give it a shot, even if you’re rucking with a yoga block! All participants are required to supply their own rucks and weights.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
5K Hot Dog Eating Division
5K: Hot Dog Eating Division
It’s simply not the Fourth of July without hot dogs, and those who choose this challenge — up to 20 competitors — will try to chow down on four dogs in 76 seconds, then get their 5K underway. Consider it our version of the world-famous Nathan’s Hot-Dog Eating Contest, which is held annually in New York City every Independence Day.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration Limit:
- 3 spots left.
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
5K Flag Carrying Division
5K: Flag Carrying Division
Participants in this patriotic category will run or walk their 5K proudly bearing a mounted American flag from start to finish.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
1-Mile Fun Run
1-Mile Fun Run
Try our timed 1-Mile Fun Run! A relaxed course awaits runners and walkers of all ages who want to show their Firecracker fervor but with a little less mileage. Whether you are running for a PR or just out the enjoy the festivities, this is a fun, friendly frolic on the Fourth of July!
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Kids Events
Kids 5K (10 and under) (Free with paid adult)
An event for children ages 10 and under.
Open to ages 10 and under.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Kids 1-Mile Fun Run (10 and under) (Free with paid adult)
An event for children ages 10 and under.
Open to ages 10 and under.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
200m Kids' Dash (8 and under) (Free with paid adult)
An event for children ages 8 and under. The Kids' Dash is an untimed event and non competitive.
Open to ages 8 and under.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Kids 200m Dash (8 and under)
An event for children ages 8 and under. The Kids' Dash is an untimed event and non competitive.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Virtual 5K
Virtual 5K
Run or walk where you want and when you want and we will send your shirt and medal to you!
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Virtual 5K: Rucking Division
Ruck where you want and when you want and we will send your swag to you!
Ruck for fun or follow the rucking requirements:
Participants weighing 149lbs or less, a 10-pound weight is required
Participants weighing 150lbs or more, a 20 pound weight is required.
Note: Weighted vests and plate carriers are allowed and do qualify.
Ruck for fun or follow the rucking requirements:
Participants weighing 149lbs or less, a 10-pound weight is required
Participants weighing 150lbs or more, a 20 pound weight is required.
Note: Weighted vests and plate carriers are allowed and do qualify.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
Pace Team
Pace Team - By Invitation Only
This event is for pacers by invitation only.
- Start Time:
- 8:00am EDT
- Registration:
- Online Registration is Closed
Online Registration has Ended.
This is a service fee for processing your race application. This may be slightly higher or lower per registrant than the amount shown here.
