
From the Organizer
Firecracker 5k (with a Party Afterwards!!)
Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun!
Date: July 4th
Time: Packet pickup will be July 3rd at Brazos Running Co and July 4th from 7-7:50am. Race will start at 8:00am
Location: Century Square shopping center on the green
Route: A Map will be posted. It is a fairly flat course on sidewalk.
Price: $25 through Monday (May 19) then $30 - This will include your shirt or Richardson 112 hat (Shirt/hat cutoff is 6/26) and chip timing.
The After Party: The party will include 4th of July staples such as watermelon and beer. To maintain a great and fun atmosphere for this great holiday, runners are encouraged to dress in American-themed costumes and attire. We have addressed the watermelon issues we had last year.
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Firecracker 5K
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