FireKracker 5k
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 7:30AM MDT
- Location Fort Collins, Colorado
- Price $12.40 - $49.68
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to kick off your Independence Day celebrations at the vibrant FireKracker 5K in Fort Collins, Larimer! On Friday, July 4th, 2025, join fellow enthusiasts for this exciting 5K race taking place in the scenic City Park. Whether you're walking, jogging, or running, there's a place for everyone to join in the fun and festivities.
The day begins with early packet pickup on Thursday, July 3rd, followed by race day activities starting bright and early at 6:15 AM. The energetic atmosphere will be palpable as participants gather for the National Anthem at 7:27 AM, before the FireKracker 5K officially kicks off at 7:30 AM. Runners of all ages can also look forward to the Kids 1-Mile race starting at 9:00 AM, and don't miss the chance to celebrate afterward at the awards ceremony at 9:30 AM. The day culminates in a fantastic fireworks display, ensuring a memorable Independence Day for all. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and holiday joy!
The day begins with early packet pickup on Thursday, July 3rd, followed by race day activities starting bright and early at 6:15 AM. The energetic atmosphere will be palpable as participants gather for the National Anthem at 7:27 AM, before the FireKracker 5K officially kicks off at 7:30 AM. Runners of all ages can also look forward to the Kids 1-Mile race starting at 9:00 AM, and don't miss the chance to celebrate afterward at the awards ceremony at 9:30 AM. The day culminates in a fantastic fireworks display, ensuring a memorable Independence Day for all. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and holiday joy!
Organiser's Description
FRIDAY JULY 4TH, 2025!
WALK STAR JOG STAR RUN STAR RACE
KICK OFF YOUR HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES WITH A 5K IN CITY PARK, FORT COLLINS
SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY, JULY 3RD: Early Packet Pickup 2:00-6:00 pm
Location: Alive By Raintree Athletic Club
932 W Drake Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
RACE DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 4TH:
6:15-7:15 AM - PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION
7:27 AM - NATIONAL ANTHEM
7:30 AM - FIREKRACKER 5K START
8:30 AM - ELITE 5K START
9:00 AM - KIDS 1-MILE START
9:30 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
10:00 AM - CITY OF FORT COLLINS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
9:30 PM - CITY OF FORT COLLINS FIREWORKS DISPLAY
WALK STAR JOG STAR RUN STAR RACE
KICK OFF YOUR HOLIDAY FESTIVITIES WITH A 5K IN CITY PARK, FORT COLLINS
SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY, JULY 3RD: Early Packet Pickup 2:00-6:00 pm
Location: Alive By Raintree Athletic Club
932 W Drake Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
RACE DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 4TH:
6:15-7:15 AM - PACKET PICKUP & REGISTRATION
7:27 AM - NATIONAL ANTHEM
7:30 AM - FIREKRACKER 5K START
8:30 AM - ELITE 5K START
9:00 AM - KIDS 1-MILE START
9:30 AM - AWARDS CEREMONY
10:00 AM - CITY OF FORT COLLINS INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE
9:30 PM - CITY OF FORT COLLINS FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Races
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FireKracker 5k
Incl. $4.68 Fee & T-Shirt or Tank Top
Fri 4th July 2025 (7:30AM MDT)
$49.68
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Kids 1-Mile
Incl. $2.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (9:00AM MDT)
$12.40
Open to all kids 12 years old and under -
Elite 5k
Incl. $4.68 Fee & T-Shirt or Tank Top
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:30AM MDT)
$49.68
8:30 am - Elite 5k - must meet elite race qualifying times and submit qualifying race results
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