Firecracker 5000m
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Past event
Hamilton, Ontario
2 races
Event summary
Get ready for an electrifying experience at the Firecracker 5000m, taking place on Saturday, September 20th, 2025, in the heart of Hamilton! This exhilarating event showcases Canada's fastest 5km course, making it the perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to challenge themselves and achieve personal bests. Starting at 10 AM, participants will enjoy a certified course, chip timing, and the thrill of racing through the vibrant downtown area.
After crossing the finish line, runners can celebrate their accomplishments with delicious hot food and the chance to win fantastic draw prizes. Custom finisher medals will be awarded, along with top honors for the top three finishers in each 10-year age group, as well as overall male and female champions. With a limit of just 100 runners, this exclusive event promises an intimate and supportive atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the excitement—mark your calendars for the Firecracker 5000m and get ready to ignite your passion for running!
After crossing the finish line, runners can celebrate their accomplishments with delicious hot food and the chance to win fantastic draw prizes. Custom finisher medals will be awarded, along with top honors for the top three finishers in each 10-year age group, as well as overall male and female champions. With a limit of just 100 runners, this exclusive event promises an intimate and supportive atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the excitement—mark your calendars for the Firecracker 5000m and get ready to ignite your passion for running!
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Firecracker 5000mon
Canada's FASTEST 5km course.
September 20@10am!!!
Another chance to run this amazing course in Downtown Hamilton.(after Julys Oppresive heat wave many battled through)
Bus to start lineCertified course by Athletics Canada
Custom finisher medalsChip timingHot food after ALL our racesLOADS of draw prizes
Awards to top 3 in 10 year age groups!!!as well as top 3 over-all male and females.
Limited to 100 runners again.
Canada's FASTEST 5km course.
September 20@10am!!!
Another chance to run this amazing course in Downtown Hamilton.(after Julys Oppresive heat wave many battled through)
Bus to start lineCertified course by Athletics Canada
Custom finisher medalsChip timingHot food after ALL our racesLOADS of draw prizes
Awards to top 3 in 10 year age groups!!!as well as top 3 over-all male and females.
Limited to 100 runners again.
Location
Corktown Park, Ferguson Avenue South, Hamilton, ON, Canada
175 Ferguson Ave S, Hamilton, ON, L8N 2M9, CA
Firecracker 5000m
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