FIRECRACKER 4K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location University Park, Pennsylvania
- Price $20.26
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate America's birthday in style at the 22nd Annual Firecracker 4K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026! Taking place at the stunning University Park, Centre, this vibrant event will kick off the Central PA 4thFest celebration at 9 A.M., right near the iconic Beaver Stadium on the east side of the Penn State main campus. Last year, we had an incredible turnout with 870 participants, and this year promises to be even more special as we commemorate America's 250th anniversary!
Don your most patriotic attire and join runners and walkers of all ages on this festive 4K route, complete with a water station mid-course to keep you refreshed. Early registrants can look forward to receiving a stylish tech race T-shirt, ensuring you sport a piece of this memorable event. Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finishers, along with top three finishers in each age category, making for an exciting and competitive atmosphere. After the race, stick around to enjoy the spectacular Central PA 4thFest fireworks show with friends and family. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness, community, and the spirit of Independence Day!
Don your most patriotic attire and join runners and walkers of all ages on this festive 4K route, complete with a water station mid-course to keep you refreshed. Early registrants can look forward to receiving a stylish tech race T-shirt, ensuring you sport a piece of this memorable event. Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finishers, along with top three finishers in each age category, making for an exciting and competitive atmosphere. After the race, stick around to enjoy the spectacular Central PA 4thFest fireworks show with friends and family. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate fitness, community, and the spirit of Independence Day!
Organiser's Description
_ 2026 FIRECRACKER 4K _
OUR 22ND ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 4K RUN/WALK KICKS OFF THE CENTRAL PA 4THFEST'S
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION. LAST YEAR 870 RUNNERS/WALKERS KICKED OFF OUR ANNUAL
CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S BIRTHDAY. THANKS FOR MAKING IT SUCH A BIG SUCCESS!
*_THIS YEAR IS __EXTRA SPECIAL AS WE ALL CELEBRATE AMERICA'S __250TH!*_
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL ONCE AGAIN BE RUN ON THE BEAUTIFUL PENN STATE MAIN
CAMPUS STARTING NEAR BEAVER STADIUM LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF CAMPUS.
DON YOUR MOST PATRIOTIC APPAREL AND JOIN IN THE FUN. FOLLOWING THE RACE RETURN
LATER IN THE DAY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO ENJOY ANOTHER AMAZING CENTRAL
PA 4THFEST FIREWORKS SHOW!!
WHERE/WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 4TH @ 9 A.M.
NOTE: Day of race registration is available from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on the mezzanine inside the PSU Medlar Field Baseball Stadium located on the east side of the PSU main campus.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY! - use your smartphone, tablet or computer to register.
T-SHIRT: 2026 Firecracker 4K race T-shirts are guaranteed to all race registrants registered during
the early signup periods (ends June 25th).
(Tech style shirt available in both Youth (Y) and Adult (A) sizes: Y-S, Y-M, Y-L, A-S, A-M, A-L, A-XL,
A-XXL, A-XXXL)
AWARDS:
* Overall: Top male (1) and Female (1)
Top 3 (M&F) each age category: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* Post race refreshments will be provided. Race route will have a water station mid-route.
* All proceeds from the race go to supporting all 4thFest activities
* Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
OUR 22ND ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 4K RUN/WALK KICKS OFF THE CENTRAL PA 4THFEST'S
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION. LAST YEAR 870 RUNNERS/WALKERS KICKED OFF OUR ANNUAL
CELEBRATION OF AMERICA'S BIRTHDAY. THANKS FOR MAKING IT SUCH A BIG SUCCESS!
*_THIS YEAR IS __EXTRA SPECIAL AS WE ALL CELEBRATE AMERICA'S __250TH!*_
THIS YEAR'S RACE WILL ONCE AGAIN BE RUN ON THE BEAUTIFUL PENN STATE MAIN
CAMPUS STARTING NEAR BEAVER STADIUM LOCATED ON THE EAST SIDE OF CAMPUS.
DON YOUR MOST PATRIOTIC APPAREL AND JOIN IN THE FUN. FOLLOWING THE RACE RETURN
LATER IN THE DAY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO ENJOY ANOTHER AMAZING CENTRAL
PA 4THFEST FIREWORKS SHOW!!
WHERE/WHEN: FRIDAY, JULY 4TH @ 9 A.M.
NOTE: Day of race registration is available from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on the mezzanine inside the PSU Medlar Field Baseball Stadium located on the east side of the PSU main campus.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY! - use your smartphone, tablet or computer to register.
T-SHIRT: 2026 Firecracker 4K race T-shirts are guaranteed to all race registrants registered during
the early signup periods (ends June 25th).
(Tech style shirt available in both Youth (Y) and Adult (A) sizes: Y-S, Y-M, Y-L, A-S, A-M, A-L, A-XL,
A-XXL, A-XXXL)
AWARDS:
* Overall: Top male (1) and Female (1)
Top 3 (M&F) each age category: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
* Post race refreshments will be provided. Race route will have a water station mid-route.
* All proceeds from the race go to supporting all 4thFest activities
* Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.
Races
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Firecracker 4k
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$20.26
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Medlar Field at Lubrano Park - Penn State Main Campus, Corner of Curtin Rd & Porter Rd, University Park, 16802, PA, United States
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