Beulah Firecracker 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Beulah, Michigan
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Beulah Firecracker 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the picturesque town of Beulah, Benzie! This exciting race promises a thrilling course that starts in the heart of Beulah and takes participants on a scenic journey featuring rolling hills, a charming dirt two-track, and a delightful downhill run through a lush forest. Runners will finish strong along the gravel Betsie Valley Trail, just a stone's throw from the beautiful shores of Crystal Lake.
Participants can register online for just $25, or join us in person for the same price during the packet pick-up on July 3rd from 5-7 PM at the pavilion in Beulah. On race day, registration will be available from 6:45-7:45 AM for $35. With custom awards for top finishers in various divisions, medals for age group placements, and even ribbons for all finishers, this event is perfect for runners of all levels. Plus, don't forget about the free 1-mile fun run for the family category! Join us for a fantastic day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the joy of celebrating Independence Day through fitness and
Participants can register online for just $25, or join us in person for the same price during the packet pick-up on July 3rd from 5-7 PM at the pavilion in Beulah. On race day, registration will be available from 6:45-7:45 AM for $35. With custom awards for top finishers in various divisions, medals for age group placements, and even ribbons for all finishers, this event is perfect for runners of all levels. Plus, don't forget about the free 1-mile fun run for the family category! Join us for a fantastic day filled with community spirit, friendly competition, and the joy of celebrating Independence Day through fitness and
Organiser's Description
SPONSORED BY: The Crystal Lake Community/Business Association
Online registration: $25. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ($25) AND PACKET/T-SHIRT PICK-UP ON-SITE AT THE PAVILION IN BEULAH, JULY 3RD FROM 5-7PM. REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP MORNING OF THE RACE WILL BE FROM 6:45-7:45AM ($35).
The course begins in Beulah, travels outside of town with a few hills, along a dirt two-track and a short run downhill through a forest. The course finishes along the gravel Betsie Valley Trail back in town in Beulah near the shores of Crystal Lake.
The race will be professionally timed by Sportstats. Live results will be available after the race, and all awards may be picked up after the FREE 1-mile fun run.
T-shirts will be guaranteed to the first 550 participants.
AWARDS: 5K - Custom prints awarded to 1st and 2nd place overall winners in the men's and women's divisions and 1st place overall in the men's and women's master's divisions and grand master's divisions. Custom glasses are awarded to the 1st finishers in each age group and trophies to the 1st place finishers in 18 and under. Medals are awarded to 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group. You or your representative must be present to claim your medal. If your medal is NOT claimed on July 4th, you may pick it up at the Benzie County Chamber of Commerce office July 5th thru 10th between 9 am and 5 pm. CLCBA regrets it can no longer mail medals or T-shirts. Walk/run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing the race. Family category (free with entry). Must have three or more direct family members. Times of the three fastest family members will be combined and Family Prize will be awarded to the "Fastest" family.
Hosted by: The Crystal Lake Community Business Association
**There are no additional fees for registering online
Online registration: $25. IN-PERSON REGISTRATION ($25) AND PACKET/T-SHIRT PICK-UP ON-SITE AT THE PAVILION IN BEULAH, JULY 3RD FROM 5-7PM. REGISTRATION AND PACKET PICKUP MORNING OF THE RACE WILL BE FROM 6:45-7:45AM ($35).
The course begins in Beulah, travels outside of town with a few hills, along a dirt two-track and a short run downhill through a forest. The course finishes along the gravel Betsie Valley Trail back in town in Beulah near the shores of Crystal Lake.
The race will be professionally timed by Sportstats. Live results will be available after the race, and all awards may be picked up after the FREE 1-mile fun run.
T-shirts will be guaranteed to the first 550 participants.
AWARDS: 5K - Custom prints awarded to 1st and 2nd place overall winners in the men's and women's divisions and 1st place overall in the men's and women's master's divisions and grand master's divisions. Custom glasses are awarded to the 1st finishers in each age group and trophies to the 1st place finishers in 18 and under. Medals are awarded to 2nd and 3rd place finishers in each age group. You or your representative must be present to claim your medal. If your medal is NOT claimed on July 4th, you may pick it up at the Benzie County Chamber of Commerce office July 5th thru 10th between 9 am and 5 pm. CLCBA regrets it can no longer mail medals or T-shirts. Walk/run participants will receive a ribbon for finishing the race. Family category (free with entry). Must have three or more direct family members. Times of the three fastest family members will be combined and Family Prize will be awarded to the "Fastest" family.
Hosted by: The Crystal Lake Community Business Association
**There are no additional fees for registering online
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
5K Run - 3 or More Direct Family Members
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 04 FEB 26Families of 3 or more automatically added to "Fastest Family" competition. Don't forget to sign up all members! Family of 4 gets automatically discounted to $90 Family of 5 gets automatically discounted to $110 Family of 6 (Limit 6) gets discounted to $125
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