Firecracker 5K
- Date
- June 27, 2026
- Distance
- Firecracker 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
Thank you for your interest in the Firecracker 5K: the Hottest Race in Kentucky! Proceeds from this event will benefit the Todd County Schools FRYSC. Your $30 entry fee will provide a pair of back-to-school shoes to a Todd County student for the 2026-2027 school year.
Participants who register before the June 20 deadline will receive a free t-shirt.
***PLEASE NOTE*** Participants who register after June 20 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
The route begins at the historic Milliken Memorial Community House, and winds though beautiful downtown Elkton, Kentucky, ending at the Todd County Welcome Center of Elkton Square.
This event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Elkton, inc.
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
87°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Elkton, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Elkton, KY
Elevation
699 ft
Nearest Airport
OWB
Owensboro Daviess County Airport · 57 mi
Major Hub
BNA
Nashville International Airport · 61 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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19
Days to train
- Race
- Firecracker 5K
- Date
- June 27, 2026
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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 Elkton, Kentucky 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 Elkton, Kentucky at Milliken Memorial Community House, Elkton, KY. 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