28th Annual Firecracker 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 450 E Hull St, Mc Leansboro, IL
- Distance
- 5k Run · 5k Walk · 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN & more
From the Organizer
28th ANNUAL
FIRECRACKER 5K RUN / WALK
& ½ MILE KID'S FUN RUN
8:00 A.M.
SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE)
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAMILTON COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
https://www.hamcocc.com/firecracker-5k
TIME:
8:00 A.M. – 5K RUN
8:01 A.M. – 5K WALK
9:15 A.M. – ½ Mile KID’S FUN RUN
PACKET PICK UP:
7:00 A.M. TILL 7:45 A.M. ON SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 at Race Site
REGISTRATION: (fee includes T-Shirt*)
$25 – 5K POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 20th
$30 – 5K POSTMARKED AFTER JUNE 20th or DAY OF THE RACE.
$15 – KID’S FUN RUN – REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 8:45 A.M. DAY OF THE RACE
Pre-registered River to River Runner’s Club Members Receive a $5.00 discount (Must register on Runsignup.com or by mail to receive a discount).
LOCATION:
(BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET,
RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA.
COURSE:
VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE.
AWARDS:
AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS, MALE AND FEMALE, IN EACH AGE GROUP:
9 & UNDER 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39
40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65 & OVER
OVERALL AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO MALES AND FEMALES:
$50 PRIZE FOR RECORD-BREAKERS IN THE 5K RUN/WALK (MEN / WOMEN)
THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE) & 1ST PLACE IN TEN-YEAR AGE GROUPS
KID’S ½ MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER):
EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHER’S AWARD
WALK RECORDS
Tom Champion - 31:01.1 (2021)
Shirley Fearheiley - 31:58 (2015)
RUN RECORDS
Kate Bushue - 17:51.0 (2021)
Dylon Nalley - 15:09.23 (2024)
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
89°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mcleansboro, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mc Leansboro, IL
Population
2,750
as of 2023
Elevation
464 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 36 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 109 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- 28th Annual Firecracker 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 450 E Hull St, Mc Leansboro, IL
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 28th Annual Firecracker 5k?
- 28th Annual Firecracker 5k is a running race held in Mc Leansboro, Illinois 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 28th Annual Firecracker 5k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Mc Leansboro, Illinois at 450 E Hull St, Mc Leansboro, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 28th Annual Firecracker 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
28th Annual Firecracker 5k
Jul 4, 2026