
From the Organizer
The 41st Annual Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run is one of Santa Cruz's most beloved Fourth of July traditions — and 2026 is unlike any other. Our nation turns 250, and we're throwing the party Santa Cruz style at Harvey West Park on July 4th.
Choose your distance — the legendary 10K Thrill of the Hill, the flat and fast 5K, or the Kids 1K Fun Run. Whether you're chasing a PR or pushing a stroller, there's a race for you. Stick around after for burritos, Izzy's Ice, and awards.
As a 100% volunteer organization, every registration dollar goes directly to local youth through our 2026 beneficiaries and Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. We're going for 1,000+ runners this year — grab your crew and be part of history.
Distances & Pricing
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About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
2026 Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run
Jul 4, 2026