Firecracker 3k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Other
- Price
- $25
From the Organizer
July 4
Time: 9:40 AM (Race will start at 9:40 AM Sharp! Run precedes parade.)
Start: Mevert Automotive 1014 W. Broadway Steeleville, IL 62288
Finish: American Legion Park
Registration: Race Day Registration 8:00 AM – 9:20 AM
Course: Highway 4 (parade route) three hills, splits at one mile mark, with sprinkler station.
Awards: Awards to top overall male and female finisher and the first, second, and third place finishers, male and female, in the following categories:
under 11, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-59, and 60 & over.
Trophies will be presented as soon as results are tabulated at the ticket stand in the Legion Park.
Questions: For more information call Jon Minton at (618) 965-3461 or email director@firecracker3k.com or visit our website: www.firecracker3k.com
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
88°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sparta 1 W, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Steeleville, IL
City Elevation
431 ft
Nearest Airport
BLV
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport · 38 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 64 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 3k?
- Firecracker 3k is a running race held in Steeleville, 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 Firecracker 3k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Steeleville, Illinois at 1014 West Broadway. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firecracker 3k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firecracker 3k
Jul 4, 2026