Springfield Township Firecracker 5K (honoring the memory of Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe)
- Date Sat 28th June 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Holland, Ohio
- Price $16.20 - $36.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Springfield Township Firecracker 5K on Saturday, June 28th, 2025, in Holland, Lucas! This exciting event is part of Springfield Township's beloved Freedom Celebration and is dedicated to honoring the memory of Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe, a cherished community member. The Firecracker 5K Run/Walk will take participants through the scenic Community Homecoming Park, featuring a brand-new fitness trail.
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness while competing for top prizes! Runners will kick off the event at 9:00 AM, with walkers following closely at 9:05 AM. Don't miss the unique Hero HUSTLE at 9:35 AM, where local celebrities will race in inflatable dinosaur suits to raise money for charity. With proceeds benefiting firefighter mental health and scholarship initiatives, this is an opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Be sure to register by June 18th to guarantee your event shirt, and join us in celebrating community spirit, health, and heroism!
Get ready for a day of fun and fitness while competing for top prizes! Runners will kick off the event at 9:00 AM, with walkers following closely at 9:05 AM. Don't miss the unique Hero HUSTLE at 9:35 AM, where local celebrities will race in inflatable dinosaur suits to raise money for charity. With proceeds benefiting firefighter mental health and scholarship initiatives, this is an opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Be sure to register by June 18th to guarantee your event shirt, and join us in celebrating community spirit, health, and heroism!
Organiser's Description
The Firecracker 5K Run/Walk and Hero HUSTLE are new additions to Springfield Township's annual and wildly popular Freedom Celebration! We created this event to honor the memory of long-time Springfield Township resident Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe, who left us too soon in January of 2024. The Firecracker 5K Run/Walk will offer participants the opportunity to enjoy the terrain of Community Homecoming Park including the new fitness trail, enjoy the fun, competing for top prizes and see proceeds benefit firefighter mental health and scholarship initiatives. The time frame includes:
Advance Registration Deadline is June 18th at 11:59pm (guarantees shirt)
Day-of Registration No day of registration
Welcome and Memories 8:45 am
Warm-Up 8:55 am
Runner Start 9:00 am
Walker Start 9:05 am
Hero HUSTLE 9:35 am (yes, we've again convinced are celebrities to don inflatable dinosaur suits and race for charity!
Awards 10ish am
Advance Registration Deadline is June 18th at 11:59pm (guarantees shirt)
Day-of Registration No day of registration
Welcome and Memories 8:45 am
Warm-Up 8:55 am
Runner Start 9:00 am
Walker Start 9:05 am
Hero HUSTLE 9:35 am (yes, we've again convinced are celebrities to don inflatable dinosaur suits and race for charity!
Awards 10ish am
Races
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Firecracker 5K Run
Incl. $1.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$36.80
CLOSEDWho doesn't love a good raffle? Count on Butch's family members to assemble what we're calling "Butch Boxes" filled with goodies that celebrate activities and fun things that he enjoyed. Attendees can purchase raffle tickets before and during the 5K - drawing will take place right before the medals are presented! Proceeds will go to Springfield Township firefighters' charities and scholarships! Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors Ace, The Countertop Shop JBowen, Savage, Sheetz, the Village of Holland, and the White Family Dealerships! To view the logos of all our generous sponsors, visit the "Events" page of the Springfield Township website! -
Firecracker 5K Walk
Incl. $1.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$36.80
CLOSEDWho doesn't love a good raffle? Count on Butch's family members to assemble what we're calling "Butch Boxes" filled with goodies that celebrate activities and fun things that he enjoyed. Attendees can purchase raffle tickets before and during the 5K - drawing will take place right before the medals are presented! Proceeds will go to Springfield Township firefighters' charities and scholarships! Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors Ace, The Countertop Shop JBowen, Sauder, Savage, Sheetz, the Village of Holland, and the White Family Dealerships! To view the logos of all our generous sponsors, visit the "Events" page of the Springfield Township website! -
Firecracker 5K Run - Youth
Incl. $1.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.20
CLOSED -
Firecracker 5K Walk - Youth
Incl. $1.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th June 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$16.20
CLOSED
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Springfield Township Firecracker 5K (honoring the memory of Pvt. Sterling "Butch" Rahe)
