Old Jo's Firecracker 5K 2026
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Saint Jo, Texas
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Old Jo's Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the charming town of Saint Jo, Montague! Celebrating its 18th year, this family-friendly race promises an exhilarating experience for runners and walkers alike. The event features a chip-timed, certified 5K course that takes participants through the picturesque countryside, starting and finishing at the historic Saint Jo Square. With a variety of age brackets for male and female competitors, everyone is welcome to join in the fun.
Kick off your Independence Day festivities with this invigorating race, which begins bright and early, allowing you to enjoy the rest of the holiday celebrations. On-site packet pick-up is available on July 3rd from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Gazebo on the square, and race day registration starts at 6:30 AM. After the race, stick around for a day full of activities at Boggess Park and make sure to catch the best fireworks show in North Texas at sundown! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Old Jo's Firecracker 5K is the perfect way to celebrate our great nation!
Kick off your Independence Day festivities with this invigorating race, which begins bright and early, allowing you to enjoy the rest of the holiday celebrations. On-site packet pick-up is available on July 3rd from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Gazebo on the square, and race day registration starts at 6:30 AM. After the race, stick around for a day full of activities at Boggess Park and make sure to catch the best fireworks show in North Texas at sundown! Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Old Jo's Firecracker 5K is the perfect way to celebrate our great nation!
Organiser's Description
THIS WILL BE OUR 18TH YEAR TO HOST THIS FAMILY-FUN-FILLED RACE!
WE HAVE A NEW TIMER JOINING OUR RACE FAMILY RUN2WIN WILL BE DOING OUR TIMING AND RESULTS.
A 5K in the cool morning of July 4th is a great way to start your celebration of our great country. This chip timed, certified course, takes runners and walkers out of the historic Saint Jo Square through the countryside north of town and then back for the finish. We have a variety of age brackets for male and female runners.
The race is hosted by the Saint Jo Chamber of Commerce and Easy Street Animal Shelter.
We love seeing return racers and welcome new runners/walkers to our little town.
NEW: On site and packet pick-up will be available JULY 3 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Gazebo on the square.
Race day on-site registration and check-in starts at 6:30 am at the Gazebo, on the square.
If you are looking for fun things to do on this holiday, there are many activities held throughout the day at Boggess Park, and stick around for the best fireworks show in North Texas, at sundown.
WE HAVE A NEW TIMER JOINING OUR RACE FAMILY RUN2WIN WILL BE DOING OUR TIMING AND RESULTS.
A 5K in the cool morning of July 4th is a great way to start your celebration of our great country. This chip timed, certified course, takes runners and walkers out of the historic Saint Jo Square through the countryside north of town and then back for the finish. We have a variety of age brackets for male and female runners.
The race is hosted by the Saint Jo Chamber of Commerce and Easy Street Animal Shelter.
We love seeing return racers and welcome new runners/walkers to our little town.
NEW: On site and packet pick-up will be available JULY 3 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Gazebo on the square.
Race day on-site registration and check-in starts at 6:30 am at the Gazebo, on the square.
If you are looking for fun things to do on this holiday, there are many activities held throughout the day at Boggess Park, and stick around for the best fireworks show in North Texas, at sundown.
Races
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Old Jo's Firecracker 5K 2026
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
We will host a fun run for pre-school aged children, following the 5K race, and before the awards ceremony. Registration can be done on-site.
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The Square at Saint Jo on Highway 82, Saint Jo, 76265, TX, United States
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