Firecracker 5K McKinney
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Mckinney, Texas
- Price $32.80 - $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your 4th of July celebrations with the Firecracker 5K in McKinney, Texas! On Friday, July 4, 2025, join fellow enthusiasts at The Stix Icehouse for a vibrant morning of running, walking, or skipping along the scenic Wilson Creek Trail. Participants can choose between a thrilling 5K race or a fun-filled 1M Fun Run, making it a perfect event for all ages.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious All American breakfast that includes a complimentary beer or mimosa for those over 21, ensuring a festive start to your holiday! Don't miss out on the excitement of the canine costume contest, where you can showcase your furry friends. With awards for top finishers and an awesome race t-shirt, this is an event you won't want to miss. Grab your running shoes and mark your calendars for a fantastic day of fitness and fun in McKinney!
After crossing the finish line, enjoy a delicious All American breakfast that includes a complimentary beer or mimosa for those over 21, ensuring a festive start to your holiday! Don't miss out on the excitement of the canine costume contest, where you can showcase your furry friends. With awards for top finishers and an awesome race t-shirt, this is an event you won't want to miss. Grab your running shoes and mark your calendars for a fantastic day of fitness and fun in McKinney!
Organiser's Description
Start the 4th of July celebrations right!
5K & Breakfast!
Run, walk, or skip a 5K on a beautiful Wilson Creek. Start & Finish at The Stix Icehouse + breakfast is included!
Have a beer or mimosa and breakfast on us before you head out to the Parade!
HOSTING VENUE
The Stix Icehouse [https://www.thestixicehouse.com/], 301 Eldorado Pkwy #100, McKinney, TX 75069
PARKING/ WHERE DO I PARK?
The short answer is.... ANYWHERE! We have multiple parking lots around The Stix
THE RUN
5K and 1M Fun Run on a Wilson Creek Trail, 2 water stop will be provided on the 5K course.
THE SWAG
BREAKFAST PASS - All American breakfast and beer or mimosa for those over 21 years of age (must be 21 bring I.D.)
FIRECRACKER 5K T-SHIRT (they are awesome but runners who wait until the last minute to register may not receive the size they want or may not receive a t-shirt at all. T-shirts must be order ahead of time, and we cannot guess accurately who will register after we place the order and what size they might wish to receive)
FINISHER MEDAL
VIRTUAL RACE
Virtual participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal via mail during the week after the race.
PACKET PICKUP
EARLY packet pickup
Thursday, July 3rd, 12pm-6pm
at The Stix Icehouse
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP
July 4, 2025
7:15am - 8:15am at the race site
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:15am - 8:15am late packet pickup and registration (if not sold out)
8:25am Canine Costume Contest Winner Announced. Dress up your pup and come on for a walk! The best dressed up pups will be awarded 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!
8:30am 5K starts (no late starts will be allowed)
8:35am 1M fun run
9:00am Breakfast is served
9:30am Awards Ceremony
(Must be present to receive awards; awards cannot be mailed)
COURSE NOTES
The use of personal music devices during the race is strongly discouraged. To enjoy all that participating in a race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, race management encourages a headphone-free environment during the event.
Safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.
Per USATF safety rules and insurance, no pets are allowed on the 5K and 10K course. Strollers are allowed to be safely integrated into the event.
Pets are welcome in the 1M fun event.
The minimum age to participate in the 5K is 6 and no minimum age for the 1 mile.
Race Day Management reserves the right to change any event course at any time due to safety, weather conditions, or other production concerns.
AWARDS
5K AWARDS:
Top Finisher Overall Male and Female
Top Finisher Masters & Grand Masters Male and Female
3 Top Male and Female Finishers in Age Groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
1M fun run is not timed, no awards, just fun.
5K & Breakfast!
Run, walk, or skip a 5K on a beautiful Wilson Creek. Start & Finish at The Stix Icehouse + breakfast is included!
Have a beer or mimosa and breakfast on us before you head out to the Parade!
HOSTING VENUE
The Stix Icehouse [https://www.thestixicehouse.com/], 301 Eldorado Pkwy #100, McKinney, TX 75069
PARKING/ WHERE DO I PARK?
The short answer is.... ANYWHERE! We have multiple parking lots around The Stix
THE RUN
5K and 1M Fun Run on a Wilson Creek Trail, 2 water stop will be provided on the 5K course.
THE SWAG
BREAKFAST PASS - All American breakfast and beer or mimosa for those over 21 years of age (must be 21 bring I.D.)
FIRECRACKER 5K T-SHIRT (they are awesome but runners who wait until the last minute to register may not receive the size they want or may not receive a t-shirt at all. T-shirts must be order ahead of time, and we cannot guess accurately who will register after we place the order and what size they might wish to receive)
FINISHER MEDAL
VIRTUAL RACE
Virtual participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal via mail during the week after the race.
PACKET PICKUP
EARLY packet pickup
Thursday, July 3rd, 12pm-6pm
at The Stix Icehouse
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP
July 4, 2025
7:15am - 8:15am at the race site
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:15am - 8:15am late packet pickup and registration (if not sold out)
8:25am Canine Costume Contest Winner Announced. Dress up your pup and come on for a walk! The best dressed up pups will be awarded 1st, 2nd and 3rd place!
8:30am 5K starts (no late starts will be allowed)
8:35am 1M fun run
9:00am Breakfast is served
9:30am Awards Ceremony
(Must be present to receive awards; awards cannot be mailed)
COURSE NOTES
The use of personal music devices during the race is strongly discouraged. To enjoy all that participating in a race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, race management encourages a headphone-free environment during the event.
Safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.
Per USATF safety rules and insurance, no pets are allowed on the 5K and 10K course. Strollers are allowed to be safely integrated into the event.
Pets are welcome in the 1M fun event.
The minimum age to participate in the 5K is 6 and no minimum age for the 1 mile.
Race Day Management reserves the right to change any event course at any time due to safety, weather conditions, or other production concerns.
AWARDS
5K AWARDS:
Top Finisher Overall Male and Female
Top Finisher Masters & Grand Masters Male and Female
3 Top Male and Female Finishers in Age Groups 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
1M fun run is not timed, no awards, just fun.
Races
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5K Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
-
1M Fun Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:35AM EDT)
$32.80
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Virtual Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
Run anywhere you are. Your t-shirt and finisher medal will be mailed to you the week after the race day.
Firecracker 5K McKinney