IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5K and Sparkler 1-Mile
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Manassas, Virginia
- Price $23.50 - $43.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5K and Sparkler 1-Mile on July 4, 2025, in the vibrant city of Manassas, Prince William! This exciting family-friendly event, taking place at the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center, is the perfect way to celebrate Independence Day. The 5K race kicks off at 8:30 AM, followed by the fun-filled 1-Mile Run/Walk at 9:30 AM.
Not only will participants enjoy a lively atmosphere, but all runners will also receive a custom race shirt, medal, and digital finishers certificate. With awards for the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, there’s even more incentive to bring your A-game! Don’t forget to capture the moment at our festive photo booth and enjoy a complimentary Kona Ice after the race. Register early to secure your spot in this memorable celebration, and let’s make this July 4th a day to remember!
Not only will participants enjoy a lively atmosphere, but all runners will also receive a custom race shirt, medal, and digital finishers certificate. With awards for the top three overall male and female finishers in both races, there’s even more incentive to bring your A-game! Don’t forget to capture the moment at our festive photo booth and enjoy a complimentary Kona Ice after the race. Register early to secure your spot in this memorable celebration, and let’s make this July 4th a day to remember!
Organiser's Description
JULY 4, 2025
TIME: 5K 8:30 | 1 MILE 9:30
LOCATION: FREEDOM AQUATIC & FITNESS CENTER, 9100 FREEDOM CENTER BLVD, MANASSAS, VA
SPOTS ARE LIMITED!! WE RECOMMEND REGISTERING SOON AS POSSIBLE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT ON THE STARTING LINE.
Fun Run Racing is pleased to announce the rebranding of your favorite July 4th race. We are now the IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5k and Sparkler 1 Mile. Special thanks to our friends at Iron Mountain Data Centers for their support of this special community event. The IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5k and 1 Mile walk/run is a family-friendly event that is a fun and festive celebration of Independence Day!
REGISTRATION FEES
1 Mile Run/Walk is NOT timed
Through 5/15: 5k $40, 1 Mile Run/Walk $20
5/16-6/15: 5k $42.50, 1 Mile Run/Walk $22.50
6/16-6/31: 5k $45, 1Mile Run/Walk $25
PACKET PICKUP
This race will feature race day packet pickup only.
Race day packet pickup will open at 7:00 am. Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes prior to your race.
START YOUR 4TH WITH US!
The Freedom Firecracker 5k and 1 Mile walk/run is a family-friendly event that is a fun and festive celebration of Independence Day! All 5k runners and 1-mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate
SWAG
All 5k and 1 Mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate.
AWARDS
There is no formal awards ceremony just pick your results and award up at the pavilion near the start/finish line! The top 3 overall men and women receive The Running Store gift cards as follows: $75, $50, $25. The top 3 male and female 5K finishers in each of the following 5K age groups receive Running Store gift cards ($15/$10/$5): 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
PHOTOBOOTH
Baby are you a firework? Then come on let your colors burst in front of our 8 ft X 8 ft photo booth! Grab your friends and family and show us your sparkling smile! And if you need to add a little zing to your July 4th outfit you can add a tattoo or two! Complimentary Red, White and Blue tattoos will be distributed to all participants at packet pick up!
KONA
Courtesy of IMDC, all registrants will receive a FREE 8 oz. Kona Ice of their choice after the race!
PACERS
The pacers for runners hoping to hit the following times will be at this years race: 20:00, 25:00 and 30:00
COURSE
Strollers: allowed | Dogs: not allowed due to safety concerns
The 5k has a course time limit of 60 minutes (19 min/mile).
The 1 Mile Run/Walk IS NOT timed.
RUNNER SAFETY PROTOCOLS
* We will offer 1 water station at the 1.5-mile mark of the race. Small unopened water bottles will be available on a table for runners. In addition, small water bottles will be available at the end of the race.
* We will adhere to all Virginia Department of Health guidelines for running races and abide by RRCAs best practices for conducting safe running.
* Due to runner safety protocols the race route is closed to spectators. Only authorized race staff, PWC Police, GMU police, and traffic control employees are permitted on the race route.
TIME: 5K 8:30 | 1 MILE 9:30
LOCATION: FREEDOM AQUATIC & FITNESS CENTER, 9100 FREEDOM CENTER BLVD, MANASSAS, VA
SPOTS ARE LIMITED!! WE RECOMMEND REGISTERING SOON AS POSSIBLE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT ON THE STARTING LINE.
Fun Run Racing is pleased to announce the rebranding of your favorite July 4th race. We are now the IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5k and Sparkler 1 Mile. Special thanks to our friends at Iron Mountain Data Centers for their support of this special community event. The IMDC Freedom Firecracker 5k and 1 Mile walk/run is a family-friendly event that is a fun and festive celebration of Independence Day!
REGISTRATION FEES
1 Mile Run/Walk is NOT timed
Through 5/15: 5k $40, 1 Mile Run/Walk $20
5/16-6/15: 5k $42.50, 1 Mile Run/Walk $22.50
6/16-6/31: 5k $45, 1Mile Run/Walk $25
PACKET PICKUP
This race will feature race day packet pickup only.
Race day packet pickup will open at 7:00 am. Please arrive at least 45-60 minutes prior to your race.
START YOUR 4TH WITH US!
The Freedom Firecracker 5k and 1 Mile walk/run is a family-friendly event that is a fun and festive celebration of Independence Day! All 5k runners and 1-mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate
SWAG
All 5k and 1 Mile runners will receive a custom race shirt, medal, custom bib, and a digital finishers certificate.
AWARDS
There is no formal awards ceremony just pick your results and award up at the pavilion near the start/finish line! The top 3 overall men and women receive The Running Store gift cards as follows: $75, $50, $25. The top 3 male and female 5K finishers in each of the following 5K age groups receive Running Store gift cards ($15/$10/$5): 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.
PHOTOBOOTH
Baby are you a firework? Then come on let your colors burst in front of our 8 ft X 8 ft photo booth! Grab your friends and family and show us your sparkling smile! And if you need to add a little zing to your July 4th outfit you can add a tattoo or two! Complimentary Red, White and Blue tattoos will be distributed to all participants at packet pick up!
KONA
Courtesy of IMDC, all registrants will receive a FREE 8 oz. Kona Ice of their choice after the race!
PACERS
The pacers for runners hoping to hit the following times will be at this years race: 20:00, 25:00 and 30:00
COURSE
Strollers: allowed | Dogs: not allowed due to safety concerns
The 5k has a course time limit of 60 minutes (19 min/mile).
The 1 Mile Run/Walk IS NOT timed.
RUNNER SAFETY PROTOCOLS
* We will offer 1 water station at the 1.5-mile mark of the race. Small unopened water bottles will be available on a table for runners. In addition, small water bottles will be available at the end of the race.
* We will adhere to all Virginia Department of Health guidelines for running races and abide by RRCAs best practices for conducting safe running.
* Due to runner safety protocols the race route is closed to spectators. Only authorized race staff, PWC Police, GMU police, and traffic control employees are permitted on the race route.
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