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Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026

Date
July 4, 2026
Distance
5K Run for Life · 5K Freedom Walk · 10K Run for Life & more

From the Organizer

Downingtown Good Neighbor Day benefits the Fire and rescue squads within the Downingtown Area School District. Good Neighbor Day is an all-day event that starts with the Run for Life 5K, 10K, 15K or 5K Freedom Walk. Approximately 2,000 athletes participate each year. Throughout the day you can enjoy fabulous food, visit 80-100 craft exhibitors or simply enjoy one of the many activities scheduled for the day. The day is capped off with a Fireworks Grand Finale that starts at dusk.

Proceeds benefit the following emergency providers: Alert Fire Company - Minquas Fire and EMS - Uwchlan Ambulance - East Brandywine Fire Company - Lionville Fire Company - Glenmoore Fire Company - West Bradford Fire Company

RUN FOR LIFE 5K, 10K, 15K

$100 to top male and female runners

GND T-shirts for all registered runners. 

Commemorative 250th Medal for ALL runners!

Medals for 1st three male and female finishers in each category

Runner's Bibs and GND T-shirt Pick-up at the Gazebo in Kerr Park - July 3rd from 10 AM till 7 PM, July 4th from 6:00 AM till 7:50 AM

Race starts at 8:00 AM

AGE GROUPS

7 & Under, 8-10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

5K FREEDOM WALK

GND T-shirts for registered walkers.
This is a FUN walk!  Families are encouraged and strollers are just fine!
Walk starts at 8:00 AM behind the runners.

KIDS K FUN RUN

Medals awarded to all finishers
T-shirts for all entrants
Race starts at 10:00 AM

Entry Fee is Non-refundable

Distances & Pricing

5K Run for Life8 AMRegister →
5K Freedom Walk8 AMRegister →
10K Run for Life8 AMRegister →
15K Run for Life8 AMRegister →
Krapf’s Canoe/Kayak Brandywine River Challenge10 AMRegister →
Cornhole Madness2 PMRegister →
GND Kid's K10 AMRegister →
Big Wheel Race (KID ONLY EVENT)11 AMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026?
Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026 is a running event held in Downingtown, PA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026?
Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Downingtown, PA at Kerr Park, Downingtown, PA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Downingtown Good Neighbor Day - Firetrucks and Fireworks 2026

Jul 4, 2026

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