2026 GCR Firecracker 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Naples, Florida
- Price $38.95
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join the festive fun at the 2026 GCR Firecracker 5K in beautiful Naples, Collier on Saturday, July 4th! This exciting event invites runners and walkers of all ages to participate in a double loop course through picturesque Lake Park, with the race kicking off at 7 am. Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled morning of exercise and community spirit, but you’ll also receive a stylish T-shirt at packet pick-up and a shiny finisher's medal upon completion.
Don’t miss the chance for younger participants to join in the excitement with a special kids race at 6:45 am, featuring a fun half-mile loop starting and ending at the vibrant 5K finish line. Plus, after the race, dive into the GCR Freedom Swim at Lowdermilk Park at 10:30 am! With proceeds benefitting the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, the Firecracker 5K is a perfect way to celebrate Independence Day while supporting a great cause. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Don’t miss the chance for younger participants to join in the excitement with a special kids race at 6:45 am, featuring a fun half-mile loop starting and ending at the vibrant 5K finish line. Plus, after the race, dive into the GCR Freedom Swim at Lowdermilk Park at 10:30 am! With proceeds benefitting the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, the Firecracker 5K is a perfect way to celebrate Independence Day while supporting a great cause. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event that combines fitness, fun, and community spirit!
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 Friday July 3, from 11am-2pm at Naples on the Run
Day of Packet Pick up starts at 5:30 am on Saturday, 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
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 Friday July 3, from 11am-2pm at Naples on the Run
Day of Packet Pick up starts at 5:30 am on Saturday, 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
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. $3.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$38.95
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1600 Fleischmann Blvd, Naples, 34102, FL, United States
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