
From the Organizer
Join us for the Inaugural City of Roma Parks and Recreation Firecracker 5K on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 at 7:30AM at Roma Municipal Park! Start your Independence Day with energy, community spirit, and a whole lot of fun!
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is designed for all ages and fitness levels—making it the perfect way for the entire family to celebrate together!
Event Highlights:
-Finisher Medals!
-Chip Timed!
-First 100 Participants get a t-shirt or deadline 6/18/26, whichever comes first!
-Age Group Awards for Male/Female
1-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-64, 65+
-Family-Friendly Activities for everyone to enjoy!
Bring your friends, bring your family, and come celebrate the 4th of July with us in a fun, active, and festive way! This is more than just a race, it’s a community celebration you won’t want to miss!
Mark your calendars now and register today!
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Events
Weather
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
98°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
15%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Rio Grande City, 12 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
259 ft
Nearest Airport
MFE
McAllen Miller International Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Days to train
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
City of Roma Parks and Recreation Firecracker Dash 5K
Jul 4, 2026