RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 6:30AM EDT
- Location Far Rockaway, New York
- Price $48.70 - $69.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in style at the RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the picturesque Far Rockaway, Queens! Join fellow runners for a thrilling race day at the stunning Rockaway Beach, where you can choose between a scenic 5K or a challenging half marathon.
Starting bright and early with check-in at 6:30 AM, runners will take off at 8:00 AM along a breathtaking course featuring no hills and spectacular ocean views mile after mile. The half marathon consists of two loops that ensure you enjoy the vibrant coastal scenery, while the 5K offers a fun out-and-back route for a quick dash. With public parking available and several water stops along the way, it’s the perfect event for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of fitness and community — register now and be part of the excitement!
Starting bright and early with check-in at 6:30 AM, runners will take off at 8:00 AM along a breathtaking course featuring no hills and spectacular ocean views mile after mile. The half marathon consists of two loops that ensure you enjoy the vibrant coastal scenery, while the 5K offers a fun out-and-back route for a quick dash. With public parking available and several water stops along the way, it’s the perfect event for both seasoned athletes and newcomers alike. Don’t miss out on this festive celebration of fitness and community — register now and be part of the excitement!
Organiser's Description
WE ALSO OFFER DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION!
CELEBRATE JULY 4TH WEEKEND WITH A RACE DAY AT BEAUTIFUL ROCKAWAY BEACH.
5K OR HALF MARATHON.
SATURDAY JULY 4TH, 2025, CHECK IN AT 6:30AM, RACE START 8:00AM
THE BOARDWALK VENUE IS A PERFECT RACECOURSE WITH NO HILLS AND AMAZING OCEAN VIEWS EVERY MILE.
RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K
SATURDAY JULY 4TH
6:30AM PICK UP BIB TAG, T-SHIRT AND CHECK IN ON BEACH 94TH.
8:00AM HALF MARATHON AND 5K START.
BOTH START & FINISH ARE ON 94TH ON BOARDWALK.
HALF MARATHON IS 2 LOOPS FROM BEACH 94TH WEST, U-TURN ON BEACH 124 ST EAST TO 54 STREET U-TURN WEST AND BACK TO BEACH 94TH STREET AND REPEAT.
5K IS AN OUT AND BACK COURSE. START ON BEACH 94 STREET, GO WEST TO BEACH124 STREET, U TURN EAST BACK TO FINISH ON 94 STREET.
PUBLIC PARKING IN LOT ON BEACH 94TH
THERE ARE AT LEAST 4 WATER STOPS FOR EACH OF THE 2 LOOPS FOR THE HALF MARATHON
T-SHIRT/ MEDAL AND SNACKS
CELEBRATE JULY 4TH WEEKEND WITH A RACE DAY AT BEAUTIFUL ROCKAWAY BEACH.
5K OR HALF MARATHON.
SATURDAY JULY 4TH, 2025, CHECK IN AT 6:30AM, RACE START 8:00AM
THE BOARDWALK VENUE IS A PERFECT RACECOURSE WITH NO HILLS AND AMAZING OCEAN VIEWS EVERY MILE.
RUN ROCKAWAY BEACH FIRECRACKER HALF MARATHON & 5K
SATURDAY JULY 4TH
6:30AM PICK UP BIB TAG, T-SHIRT AND CHECK IN ON BEACH 94TH.
8:00AM HALF MARATHON AND 5K START.
BOTH START & FINISH ARE ON 94TH ON BOARDWALK.
HALF MARATHON IS 2 LOOPS FROM BEACH 94TH WEST, U-TURN ON BEACH 124 ST EAST TO 54 STREET U-TURN WEST AND BACK TO BEACH 94TH STREET AND REPEAT.
5K IS AN OUT AND BACK COURSE. START ON BEACH 94 STREET, GO WEST TO BEACH124 STREET, U TURN EAST BACK TO FINISH ON 94 STREET.
PUBLIC PARKING IN LOT ON BEACH 94TH
THERE ARE AT LEAST 4 WATER STOPS FOR EACH OF THE 2 LOOPS FOR THE HALF MARATHON
T-SHIRT/ MEDAL AND SNACKS
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