YWCA PRINCETON'S FIRECRACKER 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 8th June 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Hamilton Township, New Jersey
- Price $7.00 - $44.90
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the YWCA Princeton's 21st Annual Firecracker 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, at the scenic Veteran's Park in Hamilton Township, Mercer County. This exciting event promises a fun-filled day for the whole family, featuring a 5K trail run/walk and a special 50 or 100-yard dash for kids under 9 years old. Registration kicks off at 7:00 AM, with the 5K starting at 8:00 AM and the Fun Run at 9:30 AM.
Not only will participants enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with a DJ and light refreshments, but they will also be supporting a wonderful cause, as proceeds benefit the Pearl Bates Scholarship Fund. This fund helps children and families access essential childcare and summer programs at the YWCA Princeton. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to join in the excitement, with awards for top finishers in each age group and fun prizes for the kids. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to promote health, community, and empowerment—mark your calendars for June 8th and be part of a fantastic day of fun and philanth
Not only will participants enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with a DJ and light refreshments, but they will also be supporting a wonderful cause, as proceeds benefit the Pearl Bates Scholarship Fund. This fund helps children and families access essential childcare and summer programs at the YWCA Princeton. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to join in the excitement, with awards for top finishers in each age group and fun prizes for the kids. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to promote health, community, and empowerment—mark your calendars for June 8th and be part of a fantastic day of fun and philanth
Organiser's Description
Join us for our 21st Annual FIRECRACKER 5K RUN/WALK on Sunday, June 8th, 2025. This year's race will take place at Veteran's Park located at 2206 Kuser Rd Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Proceeds from the race benefit the Pearl Bates Scholarship Fund. This fund helps children and families access childcare and summer programs at the YWCA Princeton. The YWCA Princeton's mission is to eliminate racism and empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Our programs are designed to address the byproducts of inequity: affordability and accessibility.
Run or walk a 5K trail through the beautiful Veteran's Park, kids under 9 years-old can enjoy a 50 or 100-yard dash, lawn games, and prizes. A fun summer event complete with a DJ and light refreshments! A trophy and a certificate will be awarded to the Overall Top Female & Male Finishers. Certificates and medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female and male finishers of each age group [https://runsignup.com/Race/YWCAPRINCETONSFIRECRACKER5KRunWalk/Page-2]. All participants in the Kids Fun Race will receive small prizes as well. Come out to support a great cause at this fun family event!
This website allows you to create your own fundraising page [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/182151/BecomeFundraiser] and share on social media. It's as easy as asking 5 friends for $10! Join the fun for a good cause.
PARTICIPANT T-SHIRTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED AFTER THE MAY 25TH. DISTRIBUTION WILL BE AT THE FIRECRACKER 5K LOCATION ONLY. T-SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED.
* Registration fee BEFORE June 8th: $40/participant.
* Registration fee ON RACE DAY, June 8th: $45/participant.
* Registration for Fun Run will also increase to $7/participant on race day.
* We welcome runners at least 5 years of age for the 5K Walk/Run. However, we encourage those unable to complete a 5K to register for the Kid's Fun Run for participants under 9 years old.
* Registration begins at 7:00 AM and the 5K begins at 8:00 AM. Fun Run begins at 9:30AM.
* Run is rain or shine, and only in the event of emergency weather the run will be cancelled.
* See course map here. [https://runsignup.com/Race/YWCAPRINCETONSFIRECRACKER5KRunWalk/Page-1]
* Questions? Contact Becky Shavitz, Event Coordinator at [email protected] or (609) 497-2100 ext. 322.
Run or walk a 5K trail through the beautiful Veteran's Park, kids under 9 years-old can enjoy a 50 or 100-yard dash, lawn games, and prizes. A fun summer event complete with a DJ and light refreshments! A trophy and a certificate will be awarded to the Overall Top Female & Male Finishers. Certificates and medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female and male finishers of each age group [https://runsignup.com/Race/YWCAPRINCETONSFIRECRACKER5KRunWalk/Page-2]. All participants in the Kids Fun Race will receive small prizes as well. Come out to support a great cause at this fun family event!
This website allows you to create your own fundraising page [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/182151/BecomeFundraiser] and share on social media. It's as easy as asking 5 friends for $10! Join the fun for a good cause.
PARTICIPANT T-SHIRTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED IF REGISTERED AFTER THE MAY 25TH. DISTRIBUTION WILL BE AT THE FIRECRACKER 5K LOCATION ONLY. T-SHIRTS WILL NOT BE MAILED.
* Registration fee BEFORE June 8th: $40/participant.
* Registration fee ON RACE DAY, June 8th: $45/participant.
* Registration for Fun Run will also increase to $7/participant on race day.
* We welcome runners at least 5 years of age for the 5K Walk/Run. However, we encourage those unable to complete a 5K to register for the Kid's Fun Run for participants under 9 years old.
* Registration begins at 7:00 AM and the 5K begins at 8:00 AM. Fun Run begins at 9:30AM.
* Run is rain or shine, and only in the event of emergency weather the run will be cancelled.
* See course map here. [https://runsignup.com/Race/YWCAPRINCETONSFIRECRACKER5KRunWalk/Page-1]
* Questions? Contact Becky Shavitz, Event Coordinator at [email protected] or (609) 497-2100 ext. 322.
Races
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YWCA Princeton's Firecracker 5K Walk/Run
Incl. $4.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 8th June 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$44.90
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Kid's Fun Run
Incl. $2.00 Fee
Sun 8th June 2025 (9:30AM EDT)
$7.00
There will be two separate Fun Run Races. One 50-yard fun run race for ages 3-5. Then shortly after, we will have a 100-yard fun run for participants, ages 6-8 years.
YWCA PRINCETON'S FIRECRACKER 5K Run/Walk
