Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Mt. Vernon, Kentucky
- Price $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a summer celebration like no other at the Firecracker 5K Run and 4K Walk, taking place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the scenic Mt. Vernon, Rockcastle. This exciting event promises a fast and fun race on the flat Renfro Valley course, making it perfect for runners and walkers of all skill levels. The race kicks off at 8:00 a.m. EST, with packet pickup and registration starting at 7:00 a.m.
Participants can register for just $25 before August 12 to receive a commemorative race t-shirt, with awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as the top three runners in various age categories. New this year, all students aged 4-18 can run for free! Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit, all while supporting the Mount Vernon Lions Club. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate summer with friends and family!
Participants can register for just $25 before August 12 to receive a commemorative race t-shirt, with awards for the top male and female finishers, as well as the top three runners in various age categories. New this year, all students aged 4-18 can run for free! Join us for a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit, all while supporting the Mount Vernon Lions Club. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate summer with friends and family!
Organiser's Description
NEW DATE:
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026
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CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH A PATRIOTIC BANG! THIS RACE IS SURE TO BE A FAST ONE ON THE FLAT RENFRO VALLEY COURSE. PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE MOUNT VERNON LIONS CLUB.
EVENT DETAILS
* Race start time 8:00 a.m. EST. Packet pickup and registration open 7:00-7:45 a.m.
* Location: Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
* $25 registration fee by Wednesday, August 12 includes a commemorative race t-shirt. (Shirts not guaranteed after August 12. Inventory will be updated on Runsignup).
AWARDS
* Overall male and female race winner
* Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
* Top three fastest male and female walkers
NEW! STUDENT STRIDES 2026
* ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
* Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
* Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.
QUESTIONS/INFORMATION
Contact Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or e-mail c.dillingham@rhrcc.org
SATURDAY, AUGUST 29, 2026
******************
CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH A PATRIOTIC BANG! THIS RACE IS SURE TO BE A FAST ONE ON THE FLAT RENFRO VALLEY COURSE. PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE MOUNT VERNON LIONS CLUB.
EVENT DETAILS
* Race start time 8:00 a.m. EST. Packet pickup and registration open 7:00-7:45 a.m.
* Location: Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
* $25 registration fee by Wednesday, August 12 includes a commemorative race t-shirt. (Shirts not guaranteed after August 12. Inventory will be updated on Runsignup).
AWARDS
* Overall male and female race winner
* Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
* Top three fastest male and female walkers
NEW! STUDENT STRIDES 2026
* ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
* Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
* Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.
QUESTIONS/INFORMATION
Contact Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or e-mail c.dillingham@rhrcc.org
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