Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $35
From the Organizer
Celebrate America's 250th
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Firecracker 5K on the beautiful sands of Daytona Beach! Enjoy a patriotic race experience featuring a custom finisher medal, age group awards, music and DJ entertainment, free race photos, and an optional cozy cotton/poly race tee for youth participants.
Bring the whole family for the FREE Kids Run (100 meters) for the first 30 registered children, then just $5 thereafter.
Join us for a fun-filled morning of fitness, freedom, and beachside celebration! 🌊🇺🇸🏃♂️🏃♀️🧨
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
75°
Chance of Rain
45%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Daytona Beach, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Daytona Beach, FL
Population
75,924
as of 2023
City Elevation
7 ft
Nearest Airport
DAB
Daytona Beach International Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
SFB
Orlando Sanford International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
17
Days to train
- Race
- Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K?
- Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K is a running race held in Daytona Beach, Florida 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 Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Daytona Beach, Florida at 471 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Daytona Beach Firecracker 5K
Jul 4, 2026