Fireflight Balloon Fest 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 6:30AM CDT
- Location Shawnee, Oklahoma
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Fireflight Balloon Fest 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, in the beautiful Shawnee, Pottawatomie area! This exciting event kicks off at 6:30 AM and takes participants on a scenic 5K (3.1 miles) course at the stunning Firelake Golf Course. With a mostly flat terrain featuring mild inclines and declines at the start and finish, it's perfect for runners and walkers of all levels.
Participants will enjoy the camaraderie of fellow fitness enthusiasts while receiving a custom race medal and an event t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register before July 22, 2026). Plus, all finishers will be professionally chip-timed, ensuring everyone receives their official race finish time. Enjoy refreshments at the finish line and take advantage of the on-course 1st Aid Station. Remember, registration closes on August 4th at 5:00 PM, so don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Participants will enjoy the camaraderie of fellow fitness enthusiasts while receiving a custom race medal and an event t-shirt (guaranteed for those who register before July 22, 2026). Plus, all finishers will be professionally chip-timed, ensuring everyone receives their official race finish time. Enjoy refreshments at the finish line and take advantage of the on-course 1st Aid Station. Remember, registration closes on August 4th at 5:00 PM, so don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
DATE: Saturday, August 8th
RACE START: 6:30am. *_COURSE SUPPORT WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 8:00AM. ANY PARTICIPANT STILL ON THE COURSE AT 8:00AM WILL BE __ESCORTED OFF BY GOLF CARTS AND TAKEN TO THE FINISH LINE.*_
LOCATION: Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee OK
COST: $40 (additional online registration processing fees may apply)
SWAG: All participants will receive a custom race medal and event t-shirt. _**RACE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER JULY 22, 2026**_
COURSE: The course is on Firelake Golf course and is mostly flat with mild incline/decline at the start and finish.
DISTANCE: 5K (3.1 miles)
RESULTS: All participants will be professionally chip timed and receive an official race finish time. Results will be available on this website and FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival Facebook page within 48 hours of race finish.
REGISTRATION: For the convenience of participants, multiple registration options are available:
. Online with RunSignUp (online registration fees will apply); DEADLINE: August 4th @ 5:00PM
. Race Day registrations will NOT be permitted.
AWARDS:
. Top Overall Male and Female
HOSPITALITY:
. 1st Aid Station with bottled water will be available around the midway point on the course
. Refreshments will be available at the finish line for participants
SAFETY:
. Strollers are NOT permitted on the course.
. Dogs/animals are NOT permitted on the course.
. All youth 12 yrs. and under MUST be accompanied by an adult while participating
PACKET PICKUP: For the convenience of participants, (2) packet pickup options are available:
Thursday, August 6th from 10:00am-6:00pm and Friday, August 7th from 10:00am-5:00pm @ Firelake Wellness Center
. _PACKET PU WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY_.
REFUND POLICY: NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BUT ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND. PLEASE CONTACT RACE DIRECTOR TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO RECEIVE PACKET OR MEDAL IF DESIRED.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR LESLIE COOPER AT LCOOPER@POTAWATOMI.ORG
RACE START: 6:30am. *_COURSE SUPPORT WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 8:00AM. ANY PARTICIPANT STILL ON THE COURSE AT 8:00AM WILL BE __ESCORTED OFF BY GOLF CARTS AND TAKEN TO THE FINISH LINE.*_
LOCATION: Citizen Potawatomi Nation Cultural Heritage Center, 1899 Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee OK
COST: $40 (additional online registration processing fees may apply)
SWAG: All participants will receive a custom race medal and event t-shirt. _**RACE T-SHIRTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRATIONS AFTER JULY 22, 2026**_
COURSE: The course is on Firelake Golf course and is mostly flat with mild incline/decline at the start and finish.
DISTANCE: 5K (3.1 miles)
RESULTS: All participants will be professionally chip timed and receive an official race finish time. Results will be available on this website and FireLake Fireflight Balloon Festival Facebook page within 48 hours of race finish.
REGISTRATION: For the convenience of participants, multiple registration options are available:
. Online with RunSignUp (online registration fees will apply); DEADLINE: August 4th @ 5:00PM
. Race Day registrations will NOT be permitted.
AWARDS:
. Top Overall Male and Female
HOSPITALITY:
. 1st Aid Station with bottled water will be available around the midway point on the course
. Refreshments will be available at the finish line for participants
SAFETY:
. Strollers are NOT permitted on the course.
. Dogs/animals are NOT permitted on the course.
. All youth 12 yrs. and under MUST be accompanied by an adult while participating
PACKET PICKUP: For the convenience of participants, (2) packet pickup options are available:
Thursday, August 6th from 10:00am-6:00pm and Friday, August 7th from 10:00am-5:00pm @ Firelake Wellness Center
. _PACKET PU WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY_.
REFUND POLICY: NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED TO PARTICIPANTS THAT REGISTER FOR THE EVENT BUT ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND. PLEASE CONTACT RACE DIRECTOR TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO RECEIVE PACKET OR MEDAL IF DESIRED.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT THE RACE DIRECTOR LESLIE COOPER AT LCOOPER@POTAWATOMI.ORG
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt and Finisher Medal
Sat 8th August 2026 (6:30AM CDT)
$43.40
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