
From the Organizer
Hosted by Gladstone-Rapid River Kiwanis.
All age groups are encouraged to enter and the race fee includes a T-Shirt for all runners and walkers while supplies last. Trophies will be awarded to the overall female and male runners with medals going to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the various age categories. Cost for the 5 mile run is $35. Cost for the 2.5 mile run is $30. Cost for Walkers is $20. Cost for the Kids Fun Run is $15.
Pre-registers may pick up race material on July 2nd, between 4pm and 6pm (EST) at the large pavilion located across from the Gladstone State Police Post on 9th Street and Minneapolis Ave.
OSF Kid's Fun Run will start at 8:00am followed by the 5 mile run, 2.5 mile run and the 2.5 mile walk.
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
81°
Typical Low
55°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cornell 5se, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
727 ft
Nearest Airport
ESC
Delta County Airport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Days to train
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Gladstone-Rapid River Kiwanis Fran Cannon Firecracker Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026