Firecracker 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Peru, Indiana
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join the excitement at the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the vibrant city of Peru, Indiana! This festive race starts at 8:00 AM at the Peru Fire Department, located at 85 W Canal St. Celebrate Independence Day by running or walking in this family-friendly event, featuring a fantastic course, awesome cotton tie-dye shirts, and custom-designed finisher medals for all participants.
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the Firecracker 5K offers something for everyone, including awards for Overall Male and Female Finishers and age group categories spanning from 14 and younger to 70+. Don’t miss out on the chance to showcase your patriotic spirit and compete for the title of Most Patriotic Participant! Plus, every participant is entered into a drawing for a Garmin Forerunner, with a chance for extra entries if you register early. Enjoy great food, cool grab bag goodies, and a fun-filled atmosphere while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA, committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Make sure to register by June 24, 2026, to guarantee your shirt and grab bag—
Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-timer, the Firecracker 5K offers something for everyone, including awards for Overall Male and Female Finishers and age group categories spanning from 14 and younger to 70+. Don’t miss out on the chance to showcase your patriotic spirit and compete for the title of Most Patriotic Participant! Plus, every participant is entered into a drawing for a Garmin Forerunner, with a chance for extra entries if you register early. Enjoy great food, cool grab bag goodies, and a fun-filled atmosphere while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA, committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Make sure to register by June 24, 2026, to guarantee your shirt and grab bag—
Organiser's Description
Celebrate Independence Day by participating in the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K in Peru, Indiana!!! Awesome Cotton Tie-Dye shirts, custom designed finisher medals, disposable tag timing, great food, cool grab bag goodies, a Garmin Forerunner Drawing, and awards (including Most Patriotic Participants) are all included (MUST register by June 24, 2026 in order to guarantee a shirt and a grab bag).
The event will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00AM at the Peru Fire Department, located on 85 W Canal St in Peru, IN. Race day registration is from 7:00AM to 7:45AM. Early Registration (Received by June 1, 2026) - $20.00/Late Registration - $25.00
Award categories include Overall Male/Female Finishers, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Finishers (Male/Female) in the following Age Groups (14 and Younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+), AND Most Patriotic Participants.
Garmin Forerunner Drawing: All participants receive one entry. Register by June 27, 2026 for one additional entry. (Donated by Breakaway Bike Shop)
Proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA where we focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility!
Official Event Website: mcymca.org/firecracker
The event will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00AM at the Peru Fire Department, located on 85 W Canal St in Peru, IN. Race day registration is from 7:00AM to 7:45AM. Early Registration (Received by June 1, 2026) - $20.00/Late Registration - $25.00
Award categories include Overall Male/Female Finishers, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Finishers (Male/Female) in the following Age Groups (14 and Younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+), AND Most Patriotic Participants.
Garmin Forerunner Drawing: All participants receive one entry. Register by June 27, 2026 for one additional entry. (Donated by Breakaway Bike Shop)
Proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA where we focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility!
Official Event Website: mcymca.org/firecracker
Races
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Firecracker 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & COTTON Tie-Dye Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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