Brentwood Firecracker 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Brentwood, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.19
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Brentwood Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in Brentwood, Allegheny! Celebrated as one of the largest and longest-running 5K races in Western Pennsylvania, this beloved event has become a cherished Fourth of July tradition since 1983. Runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages are invited to take on the scenic 3.1-mile course along Brownsville Road, starting at 9:00 AM in front of Brentwood Towne Square.
Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere as they race to the finish line, with enthusiastic cheers from supporters along the way. The day doesn’t end with the race; immediately following the 5K, the iconic Brentwood Fourth of July Parade kicks off, keeping the holiday spirit alive! All participants will receive a commemorative race day t-shirt, have the chance to win awards for top finishers in various categories, and enter raffles with a top prize of $500 cash. Plus, your participation supports vital local organizations, including the Brentwood Fire Department and the Brentwood Food Pantry. Registration opens on April 1st and runs through July 2nd, 2026, so be
Participants will enjoy a festive atmosphere as they race to the finish line, with enthusiastic cheers from supporters along the way. The day doesn’t end with the race; immediately following the 5K, the iconic Brentwood Fourth of July Parade kicks off, keeping the holiday spirit alive! All participants will receive a commemorative race day t-shirt, have the chance to win awards for top finishers in various categories, and enter raffles with a top prize of $500 cash. Plus, your participation supports vital local organizations, including the Brentwood Fire Department and the Brentwood Food Pantry. Registration opens on April 1st and runs through July 2nd, 2026, so be
Organiser's Description
One of the largest, longest running, and most celebrated 5Ks in Western Pennsylvania,
the Brentwood Firecracker 5K is one of Pittsburghs favorite Fourth of July traditions,
since 1983!
Each year, a couple thousand runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities
take on this iconic 3.1 mile course along Brownsville Road, cheered on every step of the
way.
The race starts at 9:00 AM, in front of Brentwood Towne Square. Immediately after the
race, the beloved Brentwood 4 th of July Parade starts, keeping the festivities going!
* Participants Enjoy:
* Awards for top overall finishers, masters (40+) and all age groups
* A commemorative race day t-shirt.
* Entrance into raffles. Top prize of $500 cash.
* Supporting vital local organizations, such as the Brentwood Fire Department, Baldwin
EMS, Brentwood Library, Brentwood 4 th of July Parade Committee, and the Brentwood
Food Pantry.
Registration is open April 1 st July 2 nd , 2026. Register early to get your guaranteed shirt
size.
the Brentwood Firecracker 5K is one of Pittsburghs favorite Fourth of July traditions,
since 1983!
Each year, a couple thousand runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities
take on this iconic 3.1 mile course along Brownsville Road, cheered on every step of the
way.
The race starts at 9:00 AM, in front of Brentwood Towne Square. Immediately after the
race, the beloved Brentwood 4 th of July Parade starts, keeping the festivities going!
* Participants Enjoy:
* Awards for top overall finishers, masters (40+) and all age groups
* A commemorative race day t-shirt.
* Entrance into raffles. Top prize of $500 cash.
* Supporting vital local organizations, such as the Brentwood Fire Department, Baldwin
EMS, Brentwood Library, Brentwood 4 th of July Parade Committee, and the Brentwood
Food Pantry.
Registration is open April 1 st July 2 nd , 2026. Register early to get your guaranteed shirt
size.
Races
-
5K Run
Incl. $3.19 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$28.19
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