From the Organizer
Firecracker 5k
The Ansonia Fire Department is holding its annual
Firecracker 5K on July 4th, 2026
Starts: 8:00am Gun Start
At Ansonia Local Schools West Parking Lot
Early sign up discounts, before June 21st.
NO day of race registration!
T-Shirts with registration sign up until June 21st!
Option of a DRY FIT shirts again this year!
Award Medals will be given out for the top 3 in every age category for both Male and Female runners, as well as top 3 male and top 3 female overall and First place Team overall.
Race will be same course as the past with the beautiful and shaded country road run.
Any Questions or concerns please contact:
Capt. Cory Meadows
937-621-1772 call or text anytime or email at cory.meadowstowingllc@gmail.com
This race is just one of our yearly fundraisers that we use to help offset the raising costs of keeping our fire departments equipment maintained and up to date so that we can provide the best possible service to our community.
Thank you all and Hope to see you there!
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
85°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville Wtp, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Ansonia, OH
Elevation
998 ft
Nearest Airport
DAY
James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 31 mi
Major Hub
CVG
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 81 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- What is the FIRECRACKER 5K?
- FIRECRACKER 5K is a running race held in Ansonia, Ohio 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 5K?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Ansonia, Ohio at 600 Canal Street, Ansonia, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the FIRECRACKER 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
FIRECRACKER 5K
Jul 4, 2026