
From the Organizer
All parking is located at Barnegat High School.
T-shirt included with 5k registration only, if registered by 11:59 PM on Sunday, June 14th, 2026. T-shirts are adult sizes and will be available for pick-up on race day.
All parking at Barnegat HS. After parking, walk up the hill to the track / turf field.
T-shirts, Race Bibs, and Race Day Registration will be located under the pavilion next to the track / turf field starting at 7:00AM on race day.
Bathrooms are located on each side of the snack stand.
5k is a timed event. Runners, walkers, and/or strollers welcome. No pets allowed!
Awards to the top 3 overall male and female finishers.
8:15AM - 400m Fun Run (kids 10 years and younger, one lap around the track, finisher ribbons to all runners).
8:25AM - National Anthem
8:30AM - Firecracker 5k
9:30AM - Awards Ceremony (under the pavilion).
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
68°
Chance of Rain
26%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brant Beach-Beach Haven, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
103 ft
Nearest Airport
ACY
Atlantic City International Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 53 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Firecracker 5k
Jul 4, 2026