26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 100 Branson Landing, Branson, MO
- Distance
- FLEET FEET MILE FUN RUN · FLEET FEET 5K · FLEET FEET Out of town 5k 10k Virtual
From the Organizer
Choose the 5K,or fun run
5k starts at 7:30am with the Mile
Mile Runners will have their own timing mats
Run along the beautiful Lake Taneycomo, starting and finishing at the middle fountains on Branson Landing.
The 5k is one loop, Fun Run Mile is on the Landing down and back
TEAMS.......If you want to make a team ( 5K ONLY ) Runners must be paid 5k runners ..... (Online) team captain will pay team fee, then runners can add to that team... ( captain must tell team members team name and password ) For new runners signing up on race day once you have entered into the race you will be given a bib number you will claim your team...Team captain will fill out form with team name and runners bib numbers ...takes at least 5 runners to complete a team. A team can be all the same gender or mixed. To claim a team is $40.00 for the team paid by captain. Already paid 5k runners can join team ... Team Trophy and fireworks as award. NEW FINISHER MEDAL ->
Awards: Overall winners: 5k 1st Large Fireworks, • (male & female) 125.00 Gift Card Award from Fleet Feet
Awards to Masters (40+) male & female: 5k 1st Place Large Fireworks
Overall champion trophy and fireworks in the following age divisions male & female: 10 & under, 11-14, 15- 19, 20-29, 30--39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up
Mile Fun Run Champion 12-under male and female 1st place award and fireworks … and finisher medal for all runners
We will have finisher medals for all races 1st 800 runners
Highland Dairy Ice Cream will be at the Finish Line passing out ice cream cones / bars / orange push ups
Giveaways ..... Gift cards from Branson Landing Star Bucks and Fireworks over $500.00 in prizes
Packet pick up will be July 2nd Fleet Feet 1254 E Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65804 3pm to 5pm
July 3rd Oscar's Famous Ribs 302 Veterans Blvd, Branson, MO 65616
3pm to 6pm Pick your packet up on July 3rd receive a $5.00 voucher for Oscar's BBQ First 50 Runners
PPU also Race Morning July 4th 6:15am to 7:15am Branson Landing At The Fountains
Out Of Town 5k 10k virtual is a separate race awards and t-shirts will be mailed out. Only Trophies and medals no fireworks will be mailed out
Runners will have until 7/12 to turn in their race results for the Fun Run mile, 5k or 10k these races are virtual only. Times will be posted and t-shirts / awards will be mailed out on Monday 7/13
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
91°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ozark Beach, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Branson, MO
Population
12,760
as of 2023
Elevation
909 ft
Nearest Airport
BKG
Branson Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 100 Branson Landing, Branson, MO
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet?
- 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet is a running race held in Branson, Missouri on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Branson, Missouri at 100 Branson Landing, Branson, MO. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet
Jul 4, 2026