Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 4 Miler · 1 Mile
From the Organizer
Join the Fayetteville Running Club for the 13th Annual Firecracker 4 miler and 1 mile fun run
in the All American City!
The course is designed as a historic tour of Downtown Fayetteville. Competitive runners, recreational runners, walkers, kids, strollers and dogs are all invited! Be sure to dress up in your favorite Red, White, and Blue running attire.
The 1 Mile Fun Run is limited to 40 entrants. An adult must go with their child that is 8 and under.
DISTANCES OFFERED
4 Mile Run/Walk town Fayetteville.
1 Mile Kids Walk/Run - This event is NOT timed
There is NO Race Day registration.
HOW YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS
Proceeds from the Firecracker 4 Miler go to scholarships for local high school youth that remarkable in class, athletics, community, and home. Other portions got to local non-profits for community outreach, women's support, homeless support, animal shelters, and similar organizations.
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
71°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fayetteville (Pwc), 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fayetteville, NC
Population
209,692
as of 2023
Elevation
120 ft
Nearest Airport
FAY
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field · 4 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 58 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
26
Days to train
- Race
- Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Fayetteville, North Carolina 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 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Fayetteville, North Carolina at North South Brewing Co, Fayetteville, NC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firecracker 4 Miler and 1 Mile Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026