Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Santa Cruz, California
- Price $11.60 - $42.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Join the excitement at the 41st Annual Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, at the beautiful Harvey West Park in Santa Cruz! This year’s event is extra special as we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday. Whether you're an avid runner or a family looking for some fun, there’s something for everyone with race distances including the legendary 10K Thrill of the Hill, the flat and fast 5K, and a delightful Kids 1K Fun Run.
After crossing the finish line, enjoy delicious burritos and refreshing Izzy's Ice while you cheer on fellow participants during the awards ceremony. Best of all, every registration dollar goes directly to support local youth through our 2026 beneficiaries and the Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. With a goal of gathering over 1,000 runners, this is your chance to be part of a vibrant community event that blends fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Grab your friends and family and make history together on this festive Fourth of July!
After crossing the finish line, enjoy delicious burritos and refreshing Izzy's Ice while you cheer on fellow participants during the awards ceremony. Best of all, every registration dollar goes directly to support local youth through our 2026 beneficiaries and the Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. With a goal of gathering over 1,000 runners, this is your chance to be part of a vibrant community event that blends fitness, fun, and philanthropy. Grab your friends and family and make history together on this festive Fourth of July!
Organiser's Description
The 41ST ANNUAL SANTA CRUZ SUNRISE ROTARY FIRECRACKER RUN is one of Santa Cruz's most beloved Fourth of July traditions and 2026 is unlike any other. Our nation turns 250, and we're throwing the party Santa Cruz style at HARVEY WEST PARK on July 4th.
Choose your distance the legendary 10K THRILL OF THE HILL, the flat and fast 5K, or the KIDS 1K FUN RUN. Whether you're chasing a PR or pushing a stroller, there's a race for you. Stick around after for burritos, Izzy's Ice, and awards.
As a 100% volunteer organization, EVERY REGISTRATION DOLLAR GOES DIRECTLY TO LOCAL YOUTH through our 2026 beneficiaries and Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. We're going for 1,000+ RUNNERS this year grab your crew and be part of history.
Choose your distance the legendary 10K THRILL OF THE HILL, the flat and fast 5K, or the KIDS 1K FUN RUN. Whether you're chasing a PR or pushing a stroller, there's a race for you. Stick around after for burritos, Izzy's Ice, and awards.
As a 100% volunteer organization, EVERY REGISTRATION DOLLAR GOES DIRECTLY TO LOCAL YOUTH through our 2026 beneficiaries and Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. We're going for 1,000+ RUNNERS this year grab your crew and be part of history.
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Harvey West Park, 326 Evergreen Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, CA, United States
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