Firecracker 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Firecracker 5K
From the Organizer
Firecracker 5k (with a Party Afterwards!!)
Come for the Run, Stay for the Fun!
Date: July 4th
Time: Packet pickup will be July 3rd at Brazos Running Co and July 4th from 7-7:50am. Race will start at 8:00am
Location: Century Square shopping center on the green
Route: A Map will be posted. It is a fairly flat course on sidewalk.
Price: $25 through Monday (May 19) then $30 - This will include your shirt or Richardson 112 hat (Shirt/hat cutoff is 6/26) and chip timing.
The After Party: The party will include 4th of July staples such as watermelon and beer. To maintain a great and fun atmosphere for this great holiday, runners are encouraged to dress in American-themed costumes and attire. We have addressed the watermelon issues we had last year.
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
94°
Typical Low
75°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from College Stn, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About College Station, TX
Population
122,280
as of 2023
Elevation
319 ft
Nearest Airport
CLL
Easterwood Field · 2 mi
Major Hub
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · 73 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 5K?
- Firecracker 5K is a running race held in College Station, Texas 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 College Station, Texas at Century Square Dr., College Station, TX. 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