Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Firecracker 5k
From the Organizer
THIS is the Independence weekend race to be in!
A USATF Certified course through the tree-shaded streets of "Small Town America", Haddon Heights! Chip timing, text messaging within seconds of finishing providing time and pace, and an HD Finish Line Video published on YouTube and integrated into the results. Online results will be streamed while race is in progress.
Overall Awards: 1st Male & Female $150 each, 2nd Male & Female OA $100 each, and 3rd OA Male and Female $50 each.
All this, including a great limited-edition year-specific event t-shirt for the first 300 participants to pick up their packet and race bib. Quantities are limited to: 80 small, 100 medium, 100 large, and 20 x-large. T-shirts are not guaranteed and will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cost is $30 through June 4th and $35 starting on June 5th.
Packet pickup and in-person registration are available July 3rd, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM, and race day morning, July 4th, 6:45 AM- 7:45 AM ($35) at HH Cabin at Hoff's Park, 8th Ave. & W. High St.
It is recommended to sign up online and be early to the packet pickup to ensure your event shirt size will be available.
The race will start at 8:00 AM sharp, rain or shine, with no refunds.
Use this link to see an animation of the race course: Firecracker 5K Animated Race Course
Sponsored by the Haddon Heights Police Foundation.
The Haddon Heights Police Foundation is a 503(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 99-1716875). The Haddon Heights Police Foundation supports programs such as: Haddon Heights' National Night Out, a Haddon Heights High School Graduation Award, Haddon Heights Summer Rec, Elementary School Assemblies, Community Policing Initiatives, and the Haddon Heights Police K9 Unit.
Haddon Heights Police K9 Unit Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/haddonhtspolicek9unit/
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
87°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pennsauken 1n, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Haddon Heights, NJ
Population
7,488
as of 2023
Elevation
59 ft
Nearest Airport
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k?
- Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k is a running race held in Haddon Heights, New Jersey 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 Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Haddon Heights, New Jersey at 700 W Lippincott Ln, Haddon Heights, NJ. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Haddon Heights FireCracker 5k
Jul 4, 2026