Firecracker 5K
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Firecracker 5K - Run · Firecracker 5K - Walk
From the Organizer
All proceeds benefit the Williamsport Area Swim Club (WASC). WASC is a year round swim team that provides instruction, training and competition to people of all ages and abilities. The WASC participates in national events sanctioned by USA Swimming, the National Governing Body for the sport of swimming in the US.
T-Shirts: T-Shirts will be available for online registrations up until 6/23.
Course: Flat, fast course on the bike path and Heshbon Road. Kid and stroller friendly!
Awards: Runners - Top 3 overall male and female. Top 3 male and female finishers in each age group. Walkers - Top 3 overall male and female.
Race Day Registration: Registration will be available the morning of the race, starting at 8am. The registration fee will be $35 the day of the race.
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
62°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Williamsport 2, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Williamsport, PA
Population
27,629
as of 2023
Elevation
692 ft
Nearest Airport
IPT
Williamsport Regional Airport · 5 mi
Major Hub
ROC
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport · 133 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.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Running
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Firecracker 5K?
- Firecracker 5K is a running race held in Williamsport, 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?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania at 2840 Heshbon Road, Williamsport, PA. 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