Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 2380 Richmond St, Mt. Vernon, KY
- Distance
- 5K · Other
- Price
- $20
From the Organizer
Celebrate summer with a patriotic bang! This race is sure to be a fast one on the flat Renfro Valley course. Proceeds benefit the Mount Vernon Lions Club.
Event Details
- Race date: Saturday, July 11, 2026 at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
- 5K Run/4K Walk starts at 8:00 a.m. EST
- Check in/packet pickup at 7:00 a.m.
- Registration fee $20, includes event t-shirt if registered by Monday, June 29th. (After June 29th, shirt inventory may be limited).
Awards
- Overall male and female race winner
- Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
- Top three fastest male and female walkers
NEW! Student Strides 2026
- ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
- Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
- Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.
Questions/Information
Contact Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or e-mail c.dillingham@rhrcc.org
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
66°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mt Vernon, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mt. Vernon, KY
City Elevation
1,161 ft
Nearest Airport
LEX
Blue Grass Airport · 46 mi
Major Hub
SDF
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 93 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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What Are You
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24
Days to train
- Race
- Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 2380 Richmond St, Mt. Vernon, KY
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk?
- Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk is a running race held in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky on July 11, 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 Run/4K Walk?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Mt. Vernon, Kentucky at 2380 Richmond St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
Jul 11, 2026