North Port Firecracker July 4th 5k
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 7:30AM EDT
- Location North Port, Florida
- Price $11.60 - $53.26
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the North Port Firecracker July 4th 5K, taking place on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the beautiful North Port, Sarasota! This vibrant and festive event is perfect for runners of all ages, featuring a chip-timed 5K race that kicks off at 7:30 AM. With registration starting at just $10 for early birds, and special rates for kids 16 and under, this is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate Independence Day while getting active.
The day will begin with check-in opening at 6:15 AM, so be sure to arrive early! Enjoy delicious post-race snacks, including bananas and icy pops, and don't miss out on the chance to snag a free large pizza card for the first 100 registered participants. Whether you're racing for fun or competing for awards in various age groups, every finisher will receive a medal and a towel. Remember, strollers are welcome, making it a great family-friendly outing. All proceeds will support local athletics, so come out and enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
The day will begin with check-in opening at 6:15 AM, so be sure to arrive early! Enjoy delicious post-race snacks, including bananas and icy pops, and don't miss out on the chance to snag a free large pizza card for the first 100 registered participants. Whether you're racing for fun or competing for awards in various age groups, every finisher will receive a medal and a towel. Remember, strollers are welcome, making it a great family-friendly outing. All proceeds will support local athletics, so come out and enjoy a day of fitness, fun, and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
NORTH PORT JULY 4TH 5K
NORTH PORT JULY 4TH 5K
5K REGISTRATION STARTS AT $10.00 -
FOR EVERYONE THAT REGISTERED WITHIN THE LAST 10YEARS
RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS DOES NOT APPLY FOR THIS $10 RATE.
DAY-OF REGISTRATION $50.00
KIDS 16 N UNDER START AT $20.00 - NO CLUB DISCOUNTS
THIS EVENT IS CHIP TIMED.
DURTI RUNNERS RACE TIMING
5K DAY-OF PACKET PICK-UP OPENS AT 6:15 AM
NO CASH - ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE ONLINE
REGISTER ONLINE ON YOUR PHONE.
REGISTRATION CLOSES 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE RACE BEGINS.
WE WILL NOT HOLD UP THE EVENT FOR ALL THE RUNNERS BECAUSE OF ONE LATE PERSON!
T-SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 6/13/2025
WHERE
WELLEN PARK HS
SCHEDULE
6:15 AM CHECK-IN FOR RUNNERS
7:30 AM - 5K RUN BEGINS
8:30 AM - AWARDS BEGIN AFTER THE LAST RUNNER
FINISHER MEDAL FOR ALL!!
FOOD:
FOR ALL RUNNERS WITH A BIB. BREAKFAST SNACK,
BANANAS, ICY POP'S, SNACK BARS & OTHER AVAILABLE ITEMS WHEN YOU FINISH.
FIRST 100 REGISTERD WILL GET A FREE NP>ILPRIMO'S LARGE PIZZA CARD
COURSE CONDITION:
ROAD & SOME SIDEWALKS
NOTICE: STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED IN THE RUN PORTION OF THIS EVENT JUST NEED TO START IN THE BACK.
THE 1 MILE FUN WALK NOT CHIP TIMED JUST FOR FUN. WILL RECEIVE A FINISHERS TOWEL
NO REFUNDS, ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE DONATIONS!!
IF YOU ELECT NOT TO ATTEND THE EVENT YOU WILL FORFEIT ANY CLAIM TO YOUR FINISHER ITEM, BIB AND RACE SHIRT.
AWARDS:
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD PLACE IN AGE GROUPS OF 5YR. INCREMENTS
OVERALL AWARDS 4IN MEDAL, MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS, & VETERANS.
12-UNDER TO 80-ABOVE
ALL PROCEEDS AFTER EXPENSES WILL BE GOING INTO THE XC/WELLEN PARK HS ATHLETICS.
NORTH PORT JULY 4TH 5K
5K REGISTRATION STARTS AT $10.00 -
FOR EVERYONE THAT REGISTERED WITHIN THE LAST 10YEARS
RUNNING CLUB DISCOUNTS DOES NOT APPLY FOR THIS $10 RATE.
DAY-OF REGISTRATION $50.00
KIDS 16 N UNDER START AT $20.00 - NO CLUB DISCOUNTS
THIS EVENT IS CHIP TIMED.
DURTI RUNNERS RACE TIMING
5K DAY-OF PACKET PICK-UP OPENS AT 6:15 AM
NO CASH - ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE ONLINE
REGISTER ONLINE ON YOUR PHONE.
REGISTRATION CLOSES 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE RACE BEGINS.
WE WILL NOT HOLD UP THE EVENT FOR ALL THE RUNNERS BECAUSE OF ONE LATE PERSON!
T-SHIRT NOT GUARANTEED AFTER 6/13/2025
WHERE
WELLEN PARK HS
SCHEDULE
6:15 AM CHECK-IN FOR RUNNERS
7:30 AM - 5K RUN BEGINS
8:30 AM - AWARDS BEGIN AFTER THE LAST RUNNER
FINISHER MEDAL FOR ALL!!
FOOD:
FOR ALL RUNNERS WITH A BIB. BREAKFAST SNACK,
BANANAS, ICY POP'S, SNACK BARS & OTHER AVAILABLE ITEMS WHEN YOU FINISH.
FIRST 100 REGISTERD WILL GET A FREE NP>ILPRIMO'S LARGE PIZZA CARD
COURSE CONDITION:
ROAD & SOME SIDEWALKS
NOTICE: STROLLERS ARE ALLOWED IN THE RUN PORTION OF THIS EVENT JUST NEED TO START IN THE BACK.
THE 1 MILE FUN WALK NOT CHIP TIMED JUST FOR FUN. WILL RECEIVE A FINISHERS TOWEL
NO REFUNDS, ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE DONATIONS!!
IF YOU ELECT NOT TO ATTEND THE EVENT YOU WILL FORFEIT ANY CLAIM TO YOUR FINISHER ITEM, BIB AND RACE SHIRT.
AWARDS:
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD PLACE IN AGE GROUPS OF 5YR. INCREMENTS
OVERALL AWARDS 4IN MEDAL, MASTERS, GRAND MASTERS, SENIOR GRAND MASTERS, & VETERANS.
12-UNDER TO 80-ABOVE
ALL PROCEEDS AFTER EXPENSES WILL BE GOING INTO THE XC/WELLEN PARK HS ATHLETICS.
Races
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North Port July 4th 5K Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:30AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 20 APRAwards will be given to the top three male and female in the 5 year age groups and all categories: Overall, Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Master, Veterans. Awards presented immediately following the last runner. -
1 Mile Walk & Support the School
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (7:45AM EDT)
$11.60
OPENS 20 APRThis walk is for fun NOT CHIP TIMED -
VIRTUAL July 4th 5K Run
Incl. $3.96 Fee & T-Shirt NOT Guaranteed After 6/1
$53.26
OPENS 06 MAYVirtual run from anywhere. Enter your own RESULTS
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