Firecracker 5K
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Marengo, Indiana
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for the Firecracker 5K, a one-of-a-kind race taking place on Friday, July 4th, 2025, in the charming town of Marengo, Crawford County, Indiana! This unique event promises to be the coolest race of the summer, with underground temperatures averaging a refreshing 54 degrees. Runners will enjoy a scenic course that starts at the Marengo Boys and Girls Club, winds along SR 64, and features a thrilling detour through the magnificent Marengo Cave at mile 1.
As participants make their way through rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, they'll experience an exciting mix of outdoor and underground racing, complete with hairpin turns and smooth terrain. The Firecracker 5K is not just a race; it's a summer celebration that offers a perfect escape from the heat. With packet pick-up available on July 3rd and race day, July 4th, starting at 9:00 am EST, this event is sure to be a highlight of your holiday festivities. Join us for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit in beautiful Southern Indiana!
As participants make their way through rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, they'll experience an exciting mix of outdoor and underground racing, complete with hairpin turns and smooth terrain. The Firecracker 5K is not just a race; it's a summer celebration that offers a perfect escape from the heat. With packet pick-up available on July 3rd and race day, July 4th, starting at 9:00 am EST, this event is sure to be a highlight of your holiday festivities. Join us for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit in beautiful Southern Indiana!
Organiser's Description
The most unique race in Southern Indiana! As underground temperatures year-round are 54 degrees, this will undoubtedly be the coolest July race around.
The course will start Marengo Boys and Girls Club proceeding down SR 64 passing Marengo Cave. It then heads directly to the underground tour at mile 1 doubling back to finish just outside at the festival. Features include the underground, rolling hills, and scenic small town Indiana charm. By far the coolest both in temperature and in novelty.
The warehouse features several back and forth hairpin turns eventually leading down a corridor of offroad-like but smooth terrain. The entry point is shortly after the 1 mile interval where the indoor portion is right at 2 miles in total. Inside you will find good lighting, good temperature, and fast and flat terrain. A destination race that will offer major relief from the hot summer and a scene like none other.
PACKET PICK UP for this event will be Thursday evening, July 3rd, from 5:00-8:00pm EST, and race day, July 4th, from 6:30am-8:30am EST. Packet pick-up is at the Boys & Girls Club of Crawford County (177 S 2nd St, Marengo, IN) - the same place as the starting line.
PARKING will be available at the Boys & Girls Club as well as in downtown Marengo, near the finish line. There will be some shuttles available for those who park downtown to get to the starting line, as well as shuttles after the race for those who park at the Boys & Girls Club.
The race begins at 9:00am EST on Friday, July 4th.
The course will start Marengo Boys and Girls Club proceeding down SR 64 passing Marengo Cave. It then heads directly to the underground tour at mile 1 doubling back to finish just outside at the festival. Features include the underground, rolling hills, and scenic small town Indiana charm. By far the coolest both in temperature and in novelty.
The warehouse features several back and forth hairpin turns eventually leading down a corridor of offroad-like but smooth terrain. The entry point is shortly after the 1 mile interval where the indoor portion is right at 2 miles in total. Inside you will find good lighting, good temperature, and fast and flat terrain. A destination race that will offer major relief from the hot summer and a scene like none other.
PACKET PICK UP for this event will be Thursday evening, July 3rd, from 5:00-8:00pm EST, and race day, July 4th, from 6:30am-8:30am EST. Packet pick-up is at the Boys & Girls Club of Crawford County (177 S 2nd St, Marengo, IN) - the same place as the starting line.
PARKING will be available at the Boys & Girls Club as well as in downtown Marengo, near the finish line. There will be some shuttles available for those who park downtown to get to the starting line, as well as shuttles after the race for those who park at the Boys & Girls Club.
The race begins at 9:00am EST on Friday, July 4th.
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Packet Pick Up for this event will be Thursday evening, July 3rd, from 5:00-8:00pm EST, and race day, July 4th, from 6:30am-8:30am EST. Packet pick-up is at the Boys & Girls Club of Crawford County (177 S 2nd St, Marengo, IN) - the same place as the starting line. Parking will be available at the Boys & Girls Club as well as in downtown Marengo, near the finish line. There will be some shuttles available for those who park downtown to get to the starting line, as well as shuttles after the race for those who park at the Boys & Girls Club. The race begins at 9:00am EST on Friday, July 4th.
Firecracker 5K
