Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Huntsville, Madison! This exciting event celebrates Independence Day with a certified 5K and a fun-filled 1 Mile run, ensuring there's something for everyone. The race kicks off at 7:00 a.m. at Morningside Baptist Church, allowing participants to beat the summer heat while enjoying a festive atmosphere.
This year, we're thrilled to accommodate even more runners, so be sure to register early when registration opens on January 1st! After crossing the finish line, treat yourself to delicious, home-baked goodies provided by the church in the fellowship hall. Plus, every finisher will receive a medal, and early registrants will snag a stylish technical tank top! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of Huntsville's oldest and favorite local 4th of July race. Mark your calendars and get ready to run, cheer, and celebrate!
This year, we're thrilled to accommodate even more runners, so be sure to register early when registration opens on January 1st! After crossing the finish line, treat yourself to delicious, home-baked goodies provided by the church in the fellowship hall. Plus, every finisher will receive a medal, and early registrants will snag a stylish technical tank top! Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of Huntsville's oldest and favorite local 4th of July race. Mark your calendars and get ready to run, cheer, and celebrate!
Organiser's Description
NEW THIS YEAR Certified 5K & 1 Mile!
This race sells out and we are making plans to adjust the course to accommodate more runners!
Register early...Registration opens January 1st.
We are excited to bring you Huntsville's oldest and favorite local 4th of July Race!
Race start time is 7:00 a.m. at Morning Side Baptist Church. Woo hoo! We get to beat the heat.
The traditional post race food will be provided by the church in the followship hall as in the past
Great News! The church will also be providing child care from 6:45 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
VOLUNTEER:
COMING SOON
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Thursday, July 3rd from 12-5
Race day packet pick-up will be at Morningside Church from 6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.
RACE COURSE:
The race will start at Morningside Church, Aldridge Creek Greenway, and run out and back on the Aldridge Creek Greeenway. There will be one aid station on the course at the turnaround.
POST RACE FOOD:
Home baked food from the church.
FINISHER MEDALS - yes there will be finisher medals!
Technical Tanks for early registrations!
AWARDS
Age group awards will be provided by Fleet Feet & Swift Recovery.
This race sells out and we are making plans to adjust the course to accommodate more runners!
Register early...Registration opens January 1st.
We are excited to bring you Huntsville's oldest and favorite local 4th of July Race!
Race start time is 7:00 a.m. at Morning Side Baptist Church. Woo hoo! We get to beat the heat.
The traditional post race food will be provided by the church in the followship hall as in the past
Great News! The church will also be providing child care from 6:45 a.m.- 9:00 a.m.
VOLUNTEER:
COMING SOON
PACKET PICK-UP:
Packet Pick-up will be at Fleet Feet Huntsville on Thursday, July 3rd from 12-5
Race day packet pick-up will be at Morningside Church from 6:00 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.
RACE COURSE:
The race will start at Morningside Church, Aldridge Creek Greenway, and run out and back on the Aldridge Creek Greeenway. There will be one aid station on the course at the turnaround.
POST RACE FOOD:
Home baked food from the church.
FINISHER MEDALS - yes there will be finisher medals!
Technical Tanks for early registrations!
AWARDS
Age group awards will be provided by Fleet Feet & Swift Recovery.
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15001 Bailey Cove Rd, Huntsville, 35803, AL, United States
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