27th Annual Firecracker 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Mc Leansboro, Illinois
- Price $17.65 - $28.33
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the 27th Annual Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in McLeansboro, Hamilton! This vibrant event features a thrilling 5K run and walk, as well as a fun 1/2 mile Kids Fun Run, making it perfect for participants of all ages. The 5K race kicks off at 8:00 A.M. with the walk starting just a minute later, while the Kids Fun Run begins at 9:15 A.M. The race route offers a fast and flat course, ideal for seasoned runners and newcomers alike, with just a couple of moderately challenging hills to keep things interesting.
Registration fees are affordable, with early bird pricing at just $25 for the 5K if postmarked by June 20, and $15 for the Kids Fun Run. Every participant will receive a T-shirt, and there are exciting awards for the top finishers in various age categories, including prizes for record-breaking performances. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Hamilton County Cross Country Team, making your participation not only a fun experience but also a way to support local athletes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that celebrates fitness and camaraderie—
Registration fees are affordable, with early bird pricing at just $25 for the 5K if postmarked by June 20, and $15 for the Kids Fun Run. Every participant will receive a T-shirt, and there are exciting awards for the top finishers in various age categories, including prizes for record-breaking performances. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Hamilton County Cross Country Team, making your participation not only a fun experience but also a way to support local athletes. Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that celebrates fitness and camaraderie—
Organiser's Description
27th ANNUAL
FIRECRACKER 5K RUN / WALK
& 1/2 MILE KIDS FUN RUN
8:00 A.M.
SATURDAY, JULY 5th, 2025 (RAIN OR SHINE)
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAMILTON COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
https://www.hamcocc.com/firecracker-5k
TIME:
8:00 A.M. 5K RUN
8:01 A.M. 5K WALK
9:15 A.M. 1/2 Mile KIDS FUN RUN
PACKET PICK UP:
10:00 A.M. TILL 4:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JULY 4th, 2025 @ Location TBD
7:00 A.M. TILL 7:45 A.M. ON SATURDAY, JULY 5th, 2025 at Race Site
REGISTRATION: (fee includes T-Shirt*)
$25 5K POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 20th
$30 5K POSTMARKED AFTER JUNE 20th or DAY OF THE RACE.
$15 KIDS FUN RUN REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 8:45 A.M. DAY OF THE RACE
Pre-registered River to River Runners Club Members Receive a $5.00 discount (Must register on Runsignup.com or by mail to receive a discount).
LOCATION:
(BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET,
RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA.
COURSE:
VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE.
AWARDS:
AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP:
9 & UNDER 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39
40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65 & OVER
OVERALL AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO MALES AND FEMALES:
$50 PRIZE FOR RECORD-BREAKERS IN THE 5K RUN/WALK (MEN / WOMEN)
THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE) & 1ST PLACE IN TEN-YEAR AGE GROUPS
KIDS 1/2 MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER):
EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHERS AWARD
WALK RECORDS
Tom Champion - 31:01.1 (2021)
Shirley Fearheiley - 31:58 (2015)
RUN RECORDS
Kate Bushue - 17:51.0 (2021)
Dylon Nalley - 15:09.23 (2024)
FIRECRACKER 5K RUN / WALK
& 1/2 MILE KIDS FUN RUN
8:00 A.M.
SATURDAY, JULY 5th, 2025 (RAIN OR SHINE)
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAMILTON COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
https://www.hamcocc.com/firecracker-5k
TIME:
8:00 A.M. 5K RUN
8:01 A.M. 5K WALK
9:15 A.M. 1/2 Mile KIDS FUN RUN
PACKET PICK UP:
10:00 A.M. TILL 4:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JULY 4th, 2025 @ Location TBD
7:00 A.M. TILL 7:45 A.M. ON SATURDAY, JULY 5th, 2025 at Race Site
REGISTRATION: (fee includes T-Shirt*)
$25 5K POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 20th
$30 5K POSTMARKED AFTER JUNE 20th or DAY OF THE RACE.
$15 KIDS FUN RUN REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 8:45 A.M. DAY OF THE RACE
Pre-registered River to River Runners Club Members Receive a $5.00 discount (Must register on Runsignup.com or by mail to receive a discount).
LOCATION:
(BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET,
RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA.
COURSE:
VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE.
AWARDS:
AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS MALE AND FEMALE IN EACH AGE GROUP:
9 & UNDER 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39
40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65 & OVER
OVERALL AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO MALES AND FEMALES:
$50 PRIZE FOR RECORD-BREAKERS IN THE 5K RUN/WALK (MEN / WOMEN)
THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE) & 1ST PLACE IN TEN-YEAR AGE GROUPS
KIDS 1/2 MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER):
EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHERS AWARD
WALK RECORDS
Tom Champion - 31:01.1 (2021)
Shirley Fearheiley - 31:58 (2015)
RUN RECORDS
Kate Bushue - 17:51.0 (2021)
Dylon Nalley - 15:09.23 (2024)
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.33 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$28.33
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5k Walk
Incl. $3.33 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:01AM CDT)
$28.33
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1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN
Incl. $2.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:10AM CDT)
$17.65
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T-Shirt Only
Incl. $2.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$17.65
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Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.99 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.99
Participants will submit results and then will receive a T-shirt from the race.
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