
From the Organizer
The Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile is presented by Experience Butler County for the Celebration 250 Festivities. This race is an annual event on July 4th at the Zelienople Community Park. This fun 5K and 1 Mile kicks off the 4th of July Community Days in Zelienople, PA. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Zelienople Community Park.
Thank you to Experience Butler County and Kampas Orthodontics our Presenting Sponsors!
The 5K is on the streets of Zelienople, with one big climb up Cemetery Hill. The 1 mile is flat and fast around town.
The 1 mile starts at 8:00 AM
The 5K starts at approximately 8:15 or 8:20 when the 1 mile is complete.
Awards for both races follow the 5K.
Packet pick-up and race-day registration open at 7:00 AM.
Park in the lot's near the park. Do not park on the roads near the park.
We look forward to hosting you on July 4th.
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
82°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beaver Falls 1 Ne, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,146 ft
Nearest Airport
PIT
Pittsburgh International Airport · 20 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Presented by Experience Butler County
Jul 4, 2026