Schoolcraft Firecracker 5
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Schoolcraft, Michigan
- Price $30.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the annual Schoolcraft Firecracker 5, taking place on Friday, July 4, 2025, in the charming town of Schoolcraft, Kalamazoo! This beloved event has been a festive kickoff to the 4th of July celebrations for decades, bringing together the community for a day filled with fun, fitness, and fundraising. Participants can choose between a scenic 5-mile run or a spirited 5K walk, making it perfect for runners of all levels.
The excitement begins with early packet pickup on Thursday, July 3rd, from 5 to 7 pm at the Schoolcraft Community Schools High School, followed by race day registrations starting at 7:00 am on July 4th. The race itself will commence at 8:00 am, with age divisions and awards for the top finishers, ensuring a competitive yet family-friendly atmosphere. Best of all, proceeds from this event directly support Schoolcraft's student-athletes and coaches, fostering local talent and spirit. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate Independence Day while contributing to a great cause!
The excitement begins with early packet pickup on Thursday, July 3rd, from 5 to 7 pm at the Schoolcraft Community Schools High School, followed by race day registrations starting at 7:00 am on July 4th. The race itself will commence at 8:00 am, with age divisions and awards for the top finishers, ensuring a competitive yet family-friendly atmosphere. Best of all, proceeds from this event directly support Schoolcraft's student-athletes and coaches, fostering local talent and spirit. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to celebrate Independence Day while contributing to a great cause!
Organiser's Description
ABOUT THIS EVENT:
The Firecracker Five has been the kickoff of the Schoolcraft 4th of July celebration for decades and is an important fundraiser for the Schoolcraft Athletic Boosters. The proceeds from this event are utilized to support our student-athletes and coaches.
EVENT TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
* Early Packet Pickup: THURSDAY, July 3rd from 5 to 7 pm @ Schoolcraft Community Schools, High School, 551 E Lyons St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
* Race Day Packet Pickup: July 4th 7:00 am - 8:00 am @ Schoolcraft Community Schools, High School, 551 E Lyons St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
* Race Day Registration - 7:00 am (walk-up registrations on race day are welcome)
* Race Time - 8:00 am
REGISTRATION FEES:
* Early Bird Pricing: $30
* Pre-Registration Pricing: $30 Until July 2, 2025 (11:59 pm)
* Late and Race Day Pricing for the 5K Run/Walk: $35.00
* Special Family Member Pricing: $5 off each registration with a family of 4 or more.
TEE SHIRTS:
THE DEADLINE FOR A EVENT T-SHIRT IS JUNE 15, 2025.
AGE DIVISIONS AND AWARDS (5 MILE RUN):
* Overall Winners (Male and Female)
* Masters 40 and Over (Male and Female)
* Age Division Awards (Male and Female) Top 3 in each Division: 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over.
* **No Awards for the 5K Walk**
TIMING AND SCORING (5 MILE RUN):
Timing and scoring performed by Mac's Sports Timing using ChronoTrack technology. The results will be Live on RunSignUp and posted during the event. Official results can be found after the event at www.macssportstiming.com.
The Firecracker Five has been the kickoff of the Schoolcraft 4th of July celebration for decades and is an important fundraiser for the Schoolcraft Athletic Boosters. The proceeds from this event are utilized to support our student-athletes and coaches.
EVENT TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
* Early Packet Pickup: THURSDAY, July 3rd from 5 to 7 pm @ Schoolcraft Community Schools, High School, 551 E Lyons St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
* Race Day Packet Pickup: July 4th 7:00 am - 8:00 am @ Schoolcraft Community Schools, High School, 551 E Lyons St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
* Race Day Registration - 7:00 am (walk-up registrations on race day are welcome)
* Race Time - 8:00 am
REGISTRATION FEES:
* Early Bird Pricing: $30
* Pre-Registration Pricing: $30 Until July 2, 2025 (11:59 pm)
* Late and Race Day Pricing for the 5K Run/Walk: $35.00
* Special Family Member Pricing: $5 off each registration with a family of 4 or more.
TEE SHIRTS:
THE DEADLINE FOR A EVENT T-SHIRT IS JUNE 15, 2025.
AGE DIVISIONS AND AWARDS (5 MILE RUN):
* Overall Winners (Male and Female)
* Masters 40 and Over (Male and Female)
* Age Division Awards (Male and Female) Top 3 in each Division: 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and Over.
* **No Awards for the 5K Walk**
TIMING AND SCORING (5 MILE RUN):
Timing and scoring performed by Mac's Sports Timing using ChronoTrack technology. The results will be Live on RunSignUp and posted during the event. Official results can be found after the event at www.macssportstiming.com.
Races
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5 Mile Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS SOON -
5K Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$30.00
OPENS SOON
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