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 beloved local race, known for its festive spirit, kicks off at 7:00 a.m. at Morningside Baptist Church, giving participants a chance to enjoy the morning coolness. Whether you're aiming for the competitive 5K or a leisurely 1 Mile Fun Run, there's something for everyone. The scenic course will take you along the picturesque Aldridge Creek Greenway, complete with an aid station to keep you hydrated.
After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with delicious homemade food provided by the church in the fellowship hall. Plus, all finishers will receive a medal, and early registrants will snag a stylish technical tank! Don’t miss out on age group awards sponsored by Fleet Feet & Swift Recovery. With childcare available from 6:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and convenient packet pick-up options on July 3rd and race day, this event promises a fantastic start to your 4th of July celebrations!
After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with delicious homemade food provided by the church in the fellowship hall. Plus, all finishers will receive a medal, and early registrants will snag a stylish technical tank! Don’t miss out on age group awards sponsored by Fleet Feet & Swift Recovery. With childcare available from 6:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and convenient packet pick-up options on July 3rd and race day, this event promises a fantastic start to your 4th of July celebrations!
Organiser's Description
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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.
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.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Race Singlet
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 01 JAN 26 -
1 Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 JAN 26
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15001 Bailey Cove Rd, Huntsville, 35803, AL, United States
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