58th Annual John Demille Firecracker 8K Road Race
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Bethel, Connecticut
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 58th Annual John Demille Firecracker 8K Road Race on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Bethel, Western Connecticut! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 AM and promises a festive atmosphere as runners of all ages come together to celebrate Independence Day. Participants can take part in the 8K race, competing for cash prizes of $200 for the overall male and female winners, along with additional prizes for second and third place finishers in both categories.
Don't miss your chance to secure your spot—online registration ends at midnight on July 3rd, and prices will increase starting June 22nd. Those who register by June 6th will receive a tech shirt and race packet, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic race day experience. With chip timing and split times provided by Fast Track Timing LLC, as well as water stations and refreshments available for all participants, the 58th Annual John Demille Firecracker 8K is set to be a memorable and rewarding event for runners and supporters alike. Join us in Bethel and make this Fourth of July a celebration to remember!
Don't miss your chance to secure your spot—online registration ends at midnight on July 3rd, and prices will increase starting June 22nd. Those who register by June 6th will receive a tech shirt and race packet, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic race day experience. With chip timing and split times provided by Fast Track Timing LLC, as well as water stations and refreshments available for all participants, the 58th Annual John Demille Firecracker 8K is set to be a memorable and rewarding event for runners and supporters alike. Join us in Bethel and make this Fourth of July a celebration to remember!
Organiser's Description
Time: 8:00am Start Time
PRICE INCREASE begins Saturday, June 22nd and is $35.00
ONLINE registration ENDS at midnight July 3rd.
Location: 1 School St. - Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center - Bethel, CT
Amenities: Tech Shirt and Race Packets guaranteed to people registered by JUNE 6th. (Race Day Pick Up Only!) First come first serve on sizes.
Prizes: $200.00 first overall male and female / $100.00 second overall male and female / $50.00 for third overall male and female
Prizes in each age category: (excludes top 1st, 2nd & 3rd) 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+
Chip timing and splits times with finish time posted at the end of the race by Fast Track Timing LLC.
Water Station and refreshments will be available to all participants.
PRICE INCREASE begins Saturday, June 22nd and is $35.00
ONLINE registration ENDS at midnight July 3rd.
Location: 1 School St. - Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center - Bethel, CT
Amenities: Tech Shirt and Race Packets guaranteed to people registered by JUNE 6th. (Race Day Pick Up Only!) First come first serve on sizes.
Prizes: $200.00 first overall male and female / $100.00 second overall male and female / $50.00 for third overall male and female
Prizes in each age category: (excludes top 1st, 2nd & 3rd) 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+
Chip timing and splits times with finish time posted at the end of the race by Fast Track Timing LLC.
Water Station and refreshments will be available to all participants.
Races
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8k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS SOONT-shirts guaranteed to participants registered by June 6th.
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