Firecracker 5K
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Location
- 4225 Vickers Drive, Columbus, IN
- Distance
- Firecracker 5K
From the Organizer
Firecracker 5K is a Columbus Running Club event which raises funds for high school scholarships for Bartholomew Co students.
Race is primarily on paved trail in out/back configuration with one controlled road crossing.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up at the Start/Finish from 7:00 am until race start.
Awards:
Overall male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co.
Age group winners (10 yr age groups), male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co
Refreshments - fruit, water, sports drink, snacks at finish. Water and sports drink near turnaround
Parking - In lot at corner of Vickers Dr and Poshard Dr and along Poshard Dr west of Vickers Dr. The parking lot by the soccer stadium west of the start is also available with access from Poshard Dr.
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
65°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Columbus, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Columbus, IN
Population
51,104
as of 2023
Elevation
632 ft
Nearest Airport
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 40 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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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 Columbus, Indiana on June 27, 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, June 27, 2026 in Columbus, Indiana at 4225 Vickers Drive, Columbus, IN. 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
Jun 27, 2026