Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Firecracker · 1 Mile Children's Firecracker
From the Organizer
Starts with the kids 1 Mile Fun Run at 7:30 am and the Firecracker 5k at 8:00 am and concluding with an award ceremony at 9:00am under the tent at the Waynesboro Jubilee.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from S Mtn, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Waynesboro, PA
Elevation
753 ft
Nearest Airport
HGR
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field · 9 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 57 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
- Date
- July 4, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run is a running race held in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania 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 & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania at Waynesboro High School, Waynesboro, PA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
Jul 4, 2026