Great Guernsey Trail Firecracker 10k & 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Cambridge, Ohio
- Price $33.50 - $44.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Great Guernsey Trail Firecracker 10K & 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Cambridge, Guernsey. This highly anticipated annual event features not only a challenging 10K and a fun 5K run but also a 5K Fun Run & Walk, appealing to participants of all ages and fitness levels. The races are held on the scenic, traffic-free Great Guernsey Trail, allowing runners to enjoy the stunning views along Leatherwood Creek.
In addition to the exhilarating races, attendees can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and entertainment, making it a perfect day for family and friends. With bib-timed results provided by Muskingum Multisports, participants will have their times recorded, and awards including unique trophies for the top three overall finishers and medals for age category winners will be up for grabs. Join us for this exciting community event and help support the Guernsey County Community Development Corp.'s efforts to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable day—mark your calendars now!
In addition to the exhilarating races, attendees can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and entertainment, making it a perfect day for family and friends. With bib-timed results provided by Muskingum Multisports, participants will have their times recorded, and awards including unique trophies for the top three overall finishers and medals for age category winners will be up for grabs. Join us for this exciting community event and help support the Guernsey County Community Development Corp.'s efforts to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable day—mark your calendars now!
Organiser's Description
Our 4th Annual Firecracker 10K & 5K Race and 5K Fun Run & Walk are out and back events held entirely on the paved Great Guernsey Trail. There will also be music, food, and entertainment! This will be a bib timed race with timing services provided by Muskingum Multisports.
Proceeds from the race will go towards supporting the many programs and projects of the Guernsey County Community Development Corp., a local 501(c)3 non-profit committed to our communitys quality of life. By providing recreational and educational opportunities for our area residents, the CDC is helping to make Guernsey County a great place to live and work! Checkout our web page for more details, www.guernseycountycdc.com [https://www.guernseycountycdc.com]
RACE COURSE:
The 10K and 5K Race & 5K Fun Run & Walk are out and back events held entirely on the paved Great Guernsey Trail. The route starts at the Cambridge end and follows the trail to each turn around and then returns to the trail head. This is a scenic, traffic free route that follows Leatherwood Creek. There will be water at the turnarounds as well as refreshments and food at the finish line.
AWARDS:
Unique Trophies will be issued to the top three overall finishers and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each of the following age categories: 14-under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Walkers are welcome! Finishers medals will be awarded to ALL participants!
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Race Day registration and Packet pick-up will be at the registration building located at 63500 Corduroy R. Cambridge, Ohio - starting at 6:30 a.m.
RACE PACKETS:
Your race packet will include a T-shirt with race logo, swag and more. All participants registered by June 19th are guaranteed a race T-shirt.
ENTRY FEES: (NON-REFUNDABLE)
5k Fun Run & Walk $30.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $35.00
5k run $35.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $40.00
10k run $40.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $45.00
*Registration forms and fee made out and mailed to: Guernsey County CDC P.O. Box 1175 Cambridge, Ohio 43725 memo 2024 Firecracker Race. If you would prefer a mail in registration form, Print it HERE [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race131114_event995544_reg.bOd7ip.pdf]
RACE CONTACT:
For any questions please contact Race Director Ron Gombeda @ 740-439-0020 or email at rgombeda@guernseycountycdc.com
Proceeds from the race will go towards supporting the many programs and projects of the Guernsey County Community Development Corp., a local 501(c)3 non-profit committed to our communitys quality of life. By providing recreational and educational opportunities for our area residents, the CDC is helping to make Guernsey County a great place to live and work! Checkout our web page for more details, www.guernseycountycdc.com [https://www.guernseycountycdc.com]
RACE COURSE:
The 10K and 5K Race & 5K Fun Run & Walk are out and back events held entirely on the paved Great Guernsey Trail. The route starts at the Cambridge end and follows the trail to each turn around and then returns to the trail head. This is a scenic, traffic free route that follows Leatherwood Creek. There will be water at the turnarounds as well as refreshments and food at the finish line.
AWARDS:
Unique Trophies will be issued to the top three overall finishers and medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each of the following age categories: 14-under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Walkers are welcome! Finishers medals will be awarded to ALL participants!
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP & RACE DAY REGISTRATION:
Race Day registration and Packet pick-up will be at the registration building located at 63500 Corduroy R. Cambridge, Ohio - starting at 6:30 a.m.
RACE PACKETS:
Your race packet will include a T-shirt with race logo, swag and more. All participants registered by June 19th are guaranteed a race T-shirt.
ENTRY FEES: (NON-REFUNDABLE)
5k Fun Run & Walk $30.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $35.00
5k run $35.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $40.00
10k run $40.00 through July 3rd Day of Entry $45.00
*Registration forms and fee made out and mailed to: Guernsey County CDC P.O. Box 1175 Cambridge, Ohio 43725 memo 2024 Firecracker Race. If you would prefer a mail in registration form, Print it HERE [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race131114_event995544_reg.bOd7ip.pdf]
RACE CONTACT:
For any questions please contact Race Director Ron Gombeda @ 740-439-0020 or email at rgombeda@guernseycountycdc.com
Races
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10k Race
Incl. $4.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.10
This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Overall and Age Group awards -
5k Race
Incl. $3.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.80
This is a Timed Competitive Event Participants will be eligible for Overall and Age Group awards -
5k Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $3.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$33.50
This is a Non-Timed Event Participants will not be eligible for awards. Participants that want to be timed and/or eligible for Awards should sign up for the 5k - Race.
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