Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Charleston, West Virginia
- Price $46.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Magic Island in Charleston, Kanawha! This exciting event is the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day with family and friends while supporting a wonderful local cause. Participants of all ages can run, walk, or even ride their bikes along the scenic 5K route that starts and finishes at Magic Island, with a turnaround point at Big Lots.
The race begins at 8:00 AM, and registration is available now! Secure your spot before June 26, 2026, for just $40 for adults and $20 for youth aged 11-18; kids 10 and under can join for free! After June 26, prices increase, so be sure to register early. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit, but you'll also contribute to providing free speech therapy services for children at the Laurance Jones, III Childhood Language Center. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while having fun on a day dedicated to celebration!
The race begins at 8:00 AM, and registration is available now! Secure your spot before June 26, 2026, for just $40 for adults and $20 for youth aged 11-18; kids 10 and under can join for free! After June 26, prices increase, so be sure to register early. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day filled with community spirit, but you'll also contribute to providing free speech therapy services for children at the Laurance Jones, III Childhood Language Center. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while having fun on a day dedicated to celebration!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE NOTE THE RACE WILL BE STARTING AND FINISHING AT MAGIC ISLAND!
Help support Childhood Language Center by participating in 2026's Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk!
Celebrate Independence Day with this fun race and support a great local cause! RUN, WALK, RIDE a bike...bring your entire family (even your dogs!) and participate in our 5K!
We are excited to partner with the much-anticipated Charleston's Sternwheel Regatta as their official race again this year! All proceeds from this race benefit children at the Laurance Jones, III Childhood Language Center - a free speech therapy clinic for children.
REGISTRATION BEFORE JUNE 26, 2026
$40 FOR ADULTS
$20 FOR YOUTH (11-18 YEARS)
FREE - FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER
REGISTRATION AFTER JUNE 26, 2026
$45 FOR ADULTS
$25 FOR YOUTH (11-18 YEARS)
FREE - FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER
RACE DETAILS
Saturday, July 4th - 8:00am
Location: Magic Island
Race Route: Start/Finish at Magic Island (Turnaround Point is Big Lots)
RACE PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION:
Friday, July 3rd from 10am-3pm at the Childhood Language Center (1313 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV)
_**If you are unable to pick-up your bib and shirt on Friday, you will be able to pick up prior to the race on Saturday. We will open up registration at 7am on July 4th._
All proceeds benefit the Childhood Language Center to provide free speech and language therapy services to children across West Virginia.
Help support Childhood Language Center by participating in 2026's Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk!
Celebrate Independence Day with this fun race and support a great local cause! RUN, WALK, RIDE a bike...bring your entire family (even your dogs!) and participate in our 5K!
We are excited to partner with the much-anticipated Charleston's Sternwheel Regatta as their official race again this year! All proceeds from this race benefit children at the Laurance Jones, III Childhood Language Center - a free speech therapy clinic for children.
REGISTRATION BEFORE JUNE 26, 2026
$40 FOR ADULTS
$20 FOR YOUTH (11-18 YEARS)
FREE - FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER
REGISTRATION AFTER JUNE 26, 2026
$45 FOR ADULTS
$25 FOR YOUTH (11-18 YEARS)
FREE - FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER
RACE DETAILS
Saturday, July 4th - 8:00am
Location: Magic Island
Race Route: Start/Finish at Magic Island (Turnaround Point is Big Lots)
RACE PACKET PICK-UP INFORMATION:
Friday, July 3rd from 10am-3pm at the Childhood Language Center (1313 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV)
_**If you are unable to pick-up your bib and shirt on Friday, you will be able to pick up prior to the race on Saturday. We will open up registration at 7am on July 4th._
All proceeds benefit the Childhood Language Center to provide free speech and language therapy services to children across West Virginia.
Races
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Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
Incl. $6.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$46.00
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