YMCA Firecracker 5K
- Date Fri 3rd July 2026
- Time 5:30PM EDT
- Location Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day weekend in style at the YMCA Firecracker 5K on Friday, July 3, 2026! This exciting event takes place in the picturesque Seven Valleys, York, offering participants a chance to enjoy a fun-filled run or walk along the scenic York County Heritage Rail Trail. The 5K course is designed for everyone, featuring a flat, out-and-back route that is perfect for runners and walkers of all skill levels. Starting at 5:30 PM, the race will take you along a well-maintained trail, making it an ideal way to kick off your 4th of July festivities.
Registration for this thrilling event opens on April 30, 2026, and remains available until race day at 4:30 PM, so be sure to secure your spot early! Participants can look forward to age division awards, moisture-wicking race shirts for those registered by June 26, and a celebratory awards ceremony following the race at 7:00 PM. Whether you’re racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the YMCA Firecracker 5K promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to make memories while enjoying the great outdoors!
Registration for this thrilling event opens on April 30, 2026, and remains available until race day at 4:30 PM, so be sure to secure your spot early! Participants can look forward to age division awards, moisture-wicking race shirts for those registered by June 26, and a celebratory awards ceremony following the race at 7:00 PM. Whether you’re racing for fun or aiming for a personal best, the YMCA Firecracker 5K promises an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss out on the chance to make memories while enjoying the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026
5:30 PM RACE START
JOIN US TO KICK-OFF YOUR 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!
The 5K Run/Walk takes place on the scenic York County Heritage Rail Trail using a flat, outandback course. Participants will travel along the wide, wellmaintained railtrail surface to a clearly marked turnaround before heading back to the finish. With gentle grades and packed stone footing, the course is ideal for runners and walkers of all levels. Starting at the Seven Valleys trail access area heading south towards Hanover Junction and back.
REGISTRATION
Registration opens April 30, 2026 and closes race day at 4:30 PM
Register early! Race Fee increases June 15, 2026.
AGE DIVISIONS
Male and Female (8-10) (11-14) (15-19) (19-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) ( 45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 -64 ) (65-69) (70 & over)
AWARDS
Overall Male and Female Winner plus Male and Female Age Division 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
Runners registered by June 26, 2026 are guaranteed a moisture wicking race shirt.
Awards ceremony will follow the event at 7:00 PM.
RACE TIMING
Gun start (no starting mat): all runners begin with the same start time
Finish time: when the runner crosses the finish mat
Chip timed by Black Cat Timing
STROLLERS are permitted, but requested to stay to the right on the course for runners to pass safely.
RACE DAY PARKING
Parking is available at the Seven Valleys Parking Lot (Church St, Seven Valleys) and Seven Valleys Community Fire Company (35 Main St, Seven Valleys, PA 17360)
RACE CANCELLATION
If you cannot attend the race, please contact the Race Director. We will make arrangements for you to pick up your bib and race shirt. Unfortunately, we do not provide refunds or bib transfers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please share your excitement for the race on social media and tag us @ROSESYMCACo. Join our Facebook Race Group to share photos, comments and questions. YorkYRaces. Use the following hashtags and we will repost your photos! #YMCAROSES #YFirecracker
PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, July 2, 2026, 3:00-7:00 PM
Little Creek Golf Course (Pavilion), 1657 PA-116, Spring Grove, PA 17362
Friday, July, 3, 2026 4:00-5:00 PM
Race day packet pickup is at the pavilion Seven Valleys rail trail access parking area
5:30 PM RACE START
JOIN US TO KICK-OFF YOUR 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!
The 5K Run/Walk takes place on the scenic York County Heritage Rail Trail using a flat, outandback course. Participants will travel along the wide, wellmaintained railtrail surface to a clearly marked turnaround before heading back to the finish. With gentle grades and packed stone footing, the course is ideal for runners and walkers of all levels. Starting at the Seven Valleys trail access area heading south towards Hanover Junction and back.
REGISTRATION
Registration opens April 30, 2026 and closes race day at 4:30 PM
Register early! Race Fee increases June 15, 2026.
AGE DIVISIONS
Male and Female (8-10) (11-14) (15-19) (19-24) (25-29) (30-34) (35-39) (40-44) ( 45-49) (50-54) (55-59) (60 -64 ) (65-69) (70 & over)
AWARDS
Overall Male and Female Winner plus Male and Female Age Division 1st, 2nd and 3rd place finishers.
Runners registered by June 26, 2026 are guaranteed a moisture wicking race shirt.
Awards ceremony will follow the event at 7:00 PM.
RACE TIMING
Gun start (no starting mat): all runners begin with the same start time
Finish time: when the runner crosses the finish mat
Chip timed by Black Cat Timing
STROLLERS are permitted, but requested to stay to the right on the course for runners to pass safely.
RACE DAY PARKING
Parking is available at the Seven Valleys Parking Lot (Church St, Seven Valleys) and Seven Valleys Community Fire Company (35 Main St, Seven Valleys, PA 17360)
RACE CANCELLATION
If you cannot attend the race, please contact the Race Director. We will make arrangements for you to pick up your bib and race shirt. Unfortunately, we do not provide refunds or bib transfers.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Please share your excitement for the race on social media and tag us @ROSESYMCACo. Join our Facebook Race Group to share photos, comments and questions. YorkYRaces. Use the following hashtags and we will repost your photos! #YMCAROSES #YFirecracker
PACKET PICKUP
Thursday, July 2, 2026, 3:00-7:00 PM
Little Creek Golf Course (Pavilion), 1657 PA-116, Spring Grove, PA 17362
Friday, July, 3, 2026 4:00-5:00 PM
Race day packet pickup is at the pavilion Seven Valleys rail trail access parking area
Races
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Spring Grove YMCA - Firecracker 5K
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Short Sleeved Wicking Shirt
Fri 3rd July 2026 (5:30PM EDT)
$32.80
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