2026 GCR Firecracker 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Naples, Florida
- Price $33.60
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join the fun and celebrate Independence Day at the 2026 GCR Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Naples, Collier! This exciting event invites runners, run/walkers, and walkers of all ages to take part in a festive double loop course through Lake Park, starting bright and early at 7 AM. Participants will receive a stylish T-shirt at packet pick-up, along with a finisher medal upon completing the race.
Be sure to arrive early for packet pick-up on July 3rd, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Naples on the Run, or on race day starting at 5:30 AM in Fleischmann Park. The family-friendly atmosphere continues with a kids race at 6:45 AM, featuring a fun 1/2 mile loop that begins and ends at the 5K finish line. Plus, don’t miss the GCR Freedom Swim at 10:30 AM at Lowdermilk Park! With age group awards for the top finishers and proceeds benefiting the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, this vibrant event promises to be a memorable way to celebrate freedom and fitness. Mark your calendars and get ready to make some unforgettable
Be sure to arrive early for packet pick-up on July 3rd, from 10 AM to 4 PM at Naples on the Run, or on race day starting at 5:30 AM in Fleischmann Park. The family-friendly atmosphere continues with a kids race at 6:45 AM, featuring a fun 1/2 mile loop that begins and ends at the 5K finish line. Plus, don’t miss the GCR Freedom Swim at 10:30 AM at Lowdermilk Park! With age group awards for the top finishers and proceeds benefiting the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, this vibrant event promises to be a memorable way to celebrate freedom and fitness. Mark your calendars and get ready to make some unforgettable
Organiser's Description
Celebrate the 4th of July by running, run/walking, or walking the Firecracker 5K! It is a double loop course through Lake Park. The race starts at 7 am.
PACKET PICK UP July 3, from 10am-4pm at Naples on the Run
Day of Packet Pick up starts at 5:30 am on Friday, July 4 in Fleischmann Park
Race Start is by the water treatment plant on 10th St. N (see course map below)
Includes a T-shirt at packet pick-up and a finisher medal after!
Age Group Awards 5 Deep!
Kids race will take place at 6:45am (Gather at the FINISH LINE at 6:40am. This is a 1/2 mile loop that starts and ends at our 5k finish line balloon. No sign up necessary.)
GCR FREEDOM SWIM - 10:30AM AT LOWDERMILK PARK
Proceeds of the GCR Firecracker 5K will go to the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund. Find out more at www.gcrunner.org
PACKET PICK UP July 3, from 10am-4pm at Naples on the Run
Day of Packet Pick up starts at 5:30 am on Friday, July 4 in Fleischmann Park
Race Start is by the water treatment plant on 10th St. N (see course map below)
Includes a T-shirt at packet pick-up and a finisher medal after!
Age Group Awards 5 Deep!
Kids race will take place at 6:45am (Gather at the FINISH LINE at 6:40am. This is a 1/2 mile loop that starts and ends at our 5k finish line balloon. No sign up necessary.)
GCR FREEDOM SWIM - 10:30AM AT LOWDERMILK PARK
Proceeds of the GCR Firecracker 5K will go to the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund. Find out more at www.gcrunner.org
Races
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GCR Firecracker 5K Run
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$33.60
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1600 Fleischmann Blvd, Naples, 34102, FL, United States
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