Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
- Date Sat 11th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Mt. Vernon, Kentucky
- Price $22.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate summer with a bang at the Firecracker 5K Run and 4K Walk on Saturday, July 11, 2026, in beautiful Mt. Vernon, Rockcastle! This exciting event kicks off at 8:00 a.m. EST at the scenic Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, featuring a flat and fast course that's perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. With a registration fee of just $20, participants who sign up by June 29th will receive a stylish event t-shirt.
Join us for a fun-filled day supporting the Mount Vernon Lions Club while competing for awards in various age categories, including overall male and female winners, and the top three in each age group from 12 and under to 80+. A special highlight this year is the Student Strides 2026 program, allowing students aged 4-18 to participate for free, encouraging youth engagement in fitness. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a spirited race, great camaraderie, and the chance to win prizes while soaking up the summer atmosphere!
Join us for a fun-filled day supporting the Mount Vernon Lions Club while competing for awards in various age categories, including overall male and female winners, and the top three in each age group from 12 and under to 80+. A special highlight this year is the Student Strides 2026 program, allowing students aged 4-18 to participate for free, encouraging youth engagement in fitness. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a spirited race, great camaraderie, and the chance to win prizes while soaking up the summer atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
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 date: Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
* 5K Run/4K Walk starts at 8:00 a.m. EST
* Check in/packet pickup at 7:00 a.m.
* Registration fee $20, includes event t-shirt if registered by Monday, June 29th. (After June 29th, shirt inventory may be limited).
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
EVENT DETAILS
* Race date: Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
* 5K Run/4K Walk starts at 8:00 a.m. EST
* Check in/packet pickup at 7:00 a.m.
* Registration fee $20, includes event t-shirt if registered by Monday, June 29th. (After June 29th, shirt inventory may be limited).
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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