
From the Organizer
Join us for Whitefish's newest race, the Firecracker RUN 406. The event is produced by the event management group that stages the Whitefish Marathon so if you have run Whitefish, or have read of the marathon's reviews, you know what kind of event to expect.
The 4.06 mile run/walk is on Saturday, July 4 starting and finishing on the west side of Depot Park by the O'Shaughnessy Center. Stick around to enjoy the Whitefish Arts Festival which opens at 10 AM. Jeremiah Johnson Brewing and Tamarack mocktails will be served in the post-race finish area.
Be festive and wear your best red, white and blue running gear. Podium and Age Group Awards presented immediately after the event.
All finishers receive the official event shirt and medal!
Friday Packet Pickup is from 3:00 - 6:00 PM inside Depot Park at the Whitefish Arts Festival tent. Look for the RUN 406 feather flags.
Start the tradition of running or walking on the July 4th Weekend in downtown Whitefish. Join us.
Events
Weather
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
76°
Typical Low
48°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Whitefish.
Host City
Elevation
3,081 ft
Nearest Airport
FCA
Glacier Park International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Firecracker RUN 406, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Foy's to Blacktail Trail Marathon
13 miles away
FAMB Rider Series
Less than a mile away
The Big Mountain Run - Danny On Hill Climb
Less than a mile away
Boogie To The Bank
9 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Firecracker RUN 406
Jul 4, 2026