
From the Organizer
Celebrate the 4th of July with the Molalla Firecracker 5k. Enjoy cheers from spectators as you follow the parade route through town. Start and Finish are at Molalla Nazarene Church, 920 Shirley St, Molalla.
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
78°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Molalla 7ne, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
500 ft
Nearest Airport
SLE
Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field · 26 mi
Major Hub
PDX
Portland International Airport · 32 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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Coming Up
Daddy Dash
11 miles away
The Homer Races: The Homer Classic 5k and The Homer Parade Mile!
13 miles away
2026 Aurora Colony Days 5K and Kids 1K
13 miles away
15th Annual Canby Dahlia Run
10 miles away
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Molalla Firecracker 5k
Jul 4, 2026