Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run · Nantucket Firecracker 5K Competitive Walk
From the Organizer
PLACE:
Jetties Beach, Bathing Beach Road, Nantucket, MA
DESCRIPTION
COURSE: Scenic course starting and ending at Jetties Beach through residential areas including Beach Street, the Cliff with the finish on Hulbert Ave and Bathing Beach
AWARDS: Free T-shirt, age division prizes, refreshments..
NUMBER/T-SHIRT PICK UP: Free Official Race T-Shirt to the first 500 runners and walkers TO PICK UP THEIR NUMBERS at Nantucket Health Club, 10 Young’s Way (508) 228-4750. It is strongly recommended you pick up your timing chip and T shirt on Thursday, July 3rd 9:00 AM to 6 PM to avoid the rush and have the best chance of receiving a proper size shirt. Race day sign up is at Jetties Beach starting at 6 AM
ENTRY FEE: $50 Run/Walk entry fee.
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
74°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Nantucket Mem Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Nantucket, MA
Elevation
51 ft
Nearest Airport
ACK
Nantucket Memorial Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 77 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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26
Days to train
- Race
- Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk?
- Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk is a running race held in Nantucket, Massachusetts 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 Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Nantucket, Massachusetts at Nantucket Health Club, Nantucket, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Nantucket Firecracker 5k Run & Walk
Jul 4, 2026