2024 Firecracker Fast 5k
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Past event
Little Rock, Arkansas
1 race
5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style at the 2024 Firecracker Fast 5K, taking place on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, in beautiful Little Rock, Arkansas. This exciting race, which starts at 7:30 AM, has become a beloved tradition in the community for an impressive 48 years! Known for its scenic route, the course has been dubbed "one of the fastest in the USA" by Runner’s World, as it winds through the heart of Little Rock along Kavanaugh Boulevard, passing the iconic Little Rock Zoo before finishing near War Memorial Stadium.
Runners of all ages are invited to join in the fun, with awards for the top 50 male and female finishers, as well as medals for kids aged 12 and under who complete the race. Participants who register in advance will also receive a commemorative race shirt. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and create lasting memories with family and friends!
Runners of all ages are invited to join in the fun, with awards for the top 50 male and female finishers, as well as medals for kids aged 12 and under who complete the race. Participants who register in advance will also receive a commemorative race shirt. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and create lasting memories with family and friends!
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JULY 4TH, 2024
7:30AM | LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSASCome join us this Independence Day and run the course Runner’s World has called “One of the fastest in the USA!” The Firecracker Fast 5K has been a tradition in Little Rock for families and friends for 48 straight years. This iconic course will take you winding down the heart of Little Rock on Kavanaugh Boulevard, swing by the Little Rock Zoo and finish around the outside of War Memorial Stadium.Firecracker trophies will be handed to the first 50 men and first 50 women finishersOverall male/female and age divison awardsMedals for all kids 12 years old and under who complete the raceCommemorative race shirts guaranteed for pre-registered participants*The full list and breakdown of awards are listed below
This is a point to point race starting at 6150 Kavanaugh Blvd. and finishing on the East side of War Memorial Stadium.
There are no shuttles to take you to the starting line before the race
There are shuttles to take you back to your car after the race
7:30AM | LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSASCome join us this Independence Day and run the course Runner’s World has called “One of the fastest in the USA!” The Firecracker Fast 5K has been a tradition in Little Rock for families and friends for 48 straight years. This iconic course will take you winding down the heart of Little Rock on Kavanaugh Boulevard, swing by the Little Rock Zoo and finish around the outside of War Memorial Stadium.Firecracker trophies will be handed to the first 50 men and first 50 women finishersOverall male/female and age divison awardsMedals for all kids 12 years old and under who complete the raceCommemorative race shirts guaranteed for pre-registered participants*The full list and breakdown of awards are listed below
This is a point to point race starting at 6150 Kavanaugh Blvd. and finishing on the East side of War Memorial Stadium.
There are no shuttles to take you to the starting line before the race
There are shuttles to take you back to your car after the race
Location
Little Rock, Arkansas
2024 Firecracker Fast 5k
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