The Firecracker 5000
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk
From the Organizer
The 5K Run/Walk starts at 8:30am and is hosted by the West Mansfield Conservation Club. The 5K kicks off a fun-filled Independence Day celebration. Start your July 4th with us for a morning run/walk. The Firecracker 5000 starts and finishes at the West Mansfield Conservation Club. After the race enjoy a day full of festival activities for all ages and wraps up at dark with a fantastic fireworks show.
$5.00 discount for youth participants ages 18 and under.
Registration fee includes a race shirt and real-time race results with chip timing. The race shirts will ONLY be available for participants who registered on or before Thursday, June 25th. The shirt order will be finalized at that time.
Packet pick-up available on RACE DAY only, starting at 7:00am.
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bellefontaine, 14 mi from the venue.
Host City
About West Mansfield, OH
Elevation
1,074 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- The Firecracker 5000
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Firecracker 5000?
- The Firecracker 5000 is a running race held in West Mansfield, Ohio 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 Firecracker 5000?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in West Mansfield, Ohio at 701 S. Main Street, West Mansfield, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Firecracker 5000?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Firecracker 5000
Jul 4, 2026