
Firecracker 5k is a running race on July 4, 2027 in Bar Harbor, ME, with an entry fee of $20.
From the Organizer
Kick off your July 4th Celebrations in Bar Harbor with the Firecracker 5k!
The course is flat and fast and finishes adjacent to the Bar Harbor ballfields where the Bar Harbor Rotary hosts their delicious pancake breakfast.
Run fast, Eat blueberry pancakes and watch the Independence Day Parade!
The first 50 participants to register will receive a patriotic race shirt. All finishers will receive a prize. Top 3 overall male and female finishers will receive awards.
This race benefits the Mount Desert Island YMCA.
Happy Independence Day!
Online Registration: $20
Day of Registration (if spots are available): $25
Bib pickup/Race Day Registration:
MDI YMCA, 21 Park St, Bar Harbor
Sunday, July 4, 5:30am- 6:15am
**No Parking in the YMCA parking lot, due to craft fair**
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
79°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Acadia Np, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
275 ft
Nearest Airport
BHB
Hancock County-Bar Harbor Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Firecracker 5k
Jul 4, 2027