Firecracker 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:15AM EDT
- Location Barnegat, New Jersey
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang at the Firecracker 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in beautiful Barnegat, Ocean! This exciting event promises a fun-filled day for runners, walkers, and families alike. The 5K race kicks off at 8:30 AM, following a spirited 400m Fun Run for kids aged 10 and under at 8:15 AM, where every young participant will receive a finisher ribbon.
Join us for a morning of community spirit as you race through the scenic streets of Barnegat, with awards for the top three male and female finishers. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for bib and t-shirt pick-up, which starts at 7:00 AM at Barnegat High School. Don't forget, pre-registered participants by June 14th will receive a stylish race t-shirt! Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Barnegat High School Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this fantastic summer tradition!
Join us for a morning of community spirit as you race through the scenic streets of Barnegat, with awards for the top three male and female finishers. Participants are encouraged to arrive early for bib and t-shirt pick-up, which starts at 7:00 AM at Barnegat High School. Don't forget, pre-registered participants by June 14th will receive a stylish race t-shirt! Plus, all proceeds from the event support the Barnegat High School Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this fantastic summer tradition!
Organiser's Description
2026 FIRECRACKER 5K
PRESENTED BY BARNEGAT HS XC/TRACK & FIELD
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
All parking is located at Barnegat High School.
T-SHIRTS, BIB PICK UP, AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION
T-shirt included with 5k registration only, IF REGISTERED BY 11:59 PM ON SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH, 2026. T-shirts are adult sizes and will be available for pick-up on race day.
All parking at Barnegat HS. After parking, walk up the hill to the track / turf field.
T-shirts, Race Bibs, and Race Day Registration will be located under the pavilion next to the track / turf field starting at 7:00AM on race day.
Bathrooms are located on each side of the snack stand.
5k is a timed event. Runners, walkers, and/or strollers welcome. No pets allowed!
Awards to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
RACE INFORMATION
8:15AM - 400m Fun Run (kids 10 years and younger, one lap around the track, finisher ribbons to all runners).
8:25AM - National Anthem
8:30AM - Firecracker 5k
9:30AM - Awards Ceremony (under the pavilion).
ALL MONEY RAISED SUPPORTS THE BARNEGAT HS CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD TEAMS!
PRESENTED BY BARNEGAT HS XC/TRACK & FIELD
PARKING INSTRUCTIONS
All parking is located at Barnegat High School.
T-SHIRTS, BIB PICK UP, AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION
T-shirt included with 5k registration only, IF REGISTERED BY 11:59 PM ON SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH, 2026. T-shirts are adult sizes and will be available for pick-up on race day.
All parking at Barnegat HS. After parking, walk up the hill to the track / turf field.
T-shirts, Race Bibs, and Race Day Registration will be located under the pavilion next to the track / turf field starting at 7:00AM on race day.
Bathrooms are located on each side of the snack stand.
5k is a timed event. Runners, walkers, and/or strollers welcome. No pets allowed!
Awards to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
RACE INFORMATION
8:15AM - 400m Fun Run (kids 10 years and younger, one lap around the track, finisher ribbons to all runners).
8:25AM - National Anthem
8:30AM - Firecracker 5k
9:30AM - Awards Ceremony (under the pavilion).
ALL MONEY RAISED SUPPORTS THE BARNEGAT HS CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD TEAMS!
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Barnegat High School, 180 Bengal Blvd., Barnegat, 08005, NJ, United States
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