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28th Annual Firecracker 5k

Mc Leansboro, Illinois
28th Annual Firecracker 5k official race logo - running event in Mc Leansboro, Illinois
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Mc Leansboro, Illinois
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
4 Events: 3.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 3.1 Miles, 0.5 Miles

About 28th Annual Firecracker 5k

28th ANNUAL
FIRECRACKER 5K RUN / WALK
& ½ MILE KID'S FUN RUN
8:00 A.M.
SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE)


PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAMILTON COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY TEAM
https://www.hamcocc.com/firecracker-5k

TIME:
8:00 A.M. – 5K RUN
8:01 A.M. – 5K WALK
9:15 A.M. – ½ Mile KID’S FUN RUN

PACKET PICK UP:
7:00 A.M. TILL 7:45 A.M. ON SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 at Race Site

REGISTRATION: (fee includes T-Shirt*)
$25 – 5K POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 20th
$30 – 5K POSTMARKED AFTER JUNE 20th or DAY OF THE RACE.
$15 – KID’S FUN RUN – REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 8:45 A.M. DAY OF THE RACE
Pre-registered River to River Runner’s Club Members Receive a $5.00 discount (Must register on Runsignup.com or by mail to receive a discount).

LOCATION:
(BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET,
RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA.

COURSE:
VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE.

AWARDS:

AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS, MALE AND FEMALE, IN EACH AGE GROUP:
9 & UNDER 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39
40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65 & OVER

OVERALL AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO MALES AND FEMALES:
$50 PRIZE FOR RECORD-BREAKERS IN THE 5K RUN/WALK (MEN / WOMEN)

THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE) & 1ST PLACE IN TEN-YEAR AGE GROUPS

KID’S ½ MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER):
EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHER’S AWARD

WALK RECORDS

Tom Champion - 31:01.1 (2021)

Shirley Fearheiley - 31:58 (2015)

RUN RECORDS

Kate Bushue - 17:51.0 (2021)

Dylon Nalley - 15:09.23 (2024)

28th Annual Firecracker 5k28th ANNUALFIRECRACKER 5K RUN / WALK& ½ MILE KID'S FUN RUN8:00 A.M.SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 (RAIN OR SHINE) PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE HAMILTON COUNTY CROSS COUNTRY TEAMhttps://www.hamcocc.com/firecracker-5k TIME:8:00 A.M. – 5K RUN8:01 A.M. – 5K WALK9:15 A.M. – ½ Mile KID’S FUN RUN PACKET PICK UP:7:00 A.M. TILL 7:45 A.M. ON SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 2026 at Race Site REGISTRATION: (fee includes T-Shirt*)$25 – 5K POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE JUNE 20th$30 – 5K POSTMARKED AFTER JUNE 20th or DAY OF THE RACE.$15 – KID’S FUN RUN – REGISTRATION OPEN TILL 8:45 A.M. DAY OF THE RACEPre-registered River to River Runner’s Club Members Receive a $5.00 discount (Must register on Runsignup.com or by mail to receive a discount). LOCATION:(BEHIND HAMILTON COUNTY EAST SIDE SCHOOL) EAST HULL STREET,RACE STARTS AND FINISHES IN THE SAME GENERAL AREA. COURSE:VERY FLAT (EXCEPT FOR 2 MODERATELY HARD HILLS), FAST, ALL ASPHALT COURSE. AWARDS: AWARDS TO THE TOP THREE RUNNERS, MALE AND FEMALE, IN EACH AGE GROUP:9 & UNDER 10-14 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-3940-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65 & OVER OVERALL AWARDS TO THE TOP TWO MALES AND FEMALES:$50 PRIZE FOR RECORD-BREAKERS IN THE 5K RUN/WALK (MEN / WOMEN) THE TOP 3 WALKERS WILL RECEIVE AWARDS (MALE / FEMALE) & 1ST PLACE IN TEN-YEAR AGE GROUPS KID’S ½ MILE FUN RUN (AGES 10 & UNDER):EACH FINISHER RECEIVES A FINISHER’S AWARD WALK RECORDS Tom Champion - 31:01.1 (2021) Shirley Fearheiley - 31:58 (2015) RUN RECORDS Kate Bushue - 17:51.0 (2021) Dylon Nalley - 15:09.23 (2024)
Mc Leansboro, IL

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 5 race distances available for 28th Annual Firecracker 5k in Mc Leansboro, IL. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Virtual 5k

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Mc Leansboro, IL
Mc LeansboroIL
28th Annual Firecracker 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual 5k

How long is the Virtual 5k?
The Virtual 5k covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the Virtual 5k start?
The Virtual 5k starts at 12:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Virtual 5k?
Registration for the Virtual 5k costs $0.00.
Where is the Virtual 5k located?
The Virtual 5k takes place in Mc Leansboro, IL.

T-Shirt Only

Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Mc Leansboro, IL
Mc LeansboroIL
28th Annual Firecracker 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about T-Shirt Only

How long is the T-Shirt Only?
The T-Shirt Only covers Distance varies.
What time does the T-Shirt Only start?
The T-Shirt Only starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the T-Shirt Only?
Registration for the T-Shirt Only costs $0.00.
Where is the T-Shirt Only located?
The T-Shirt Only takes place in Mc Leansboro, IL.

5k Run

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
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Mc LeansboroIL
28th Annual Firecracker 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5k Run

How long is the 5k Run?
The 5k Run covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the 5k Run start?
The 5k Run starts at 8:00:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5k Run?
Registration for the 5k Run costs $0.00.
Where is the 5k Run located?
The 5k Run takes place in Mc Leansboro, IL.

5k Walk

3.1 Miles
Distance
3.1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Mc Leansboro, IL
Mc LeansboroIL
28th Annual Firecracker 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 5k Walk

How long is the 5k Walk?
The 5k Walk covers 3.1 Miles.
What time does the 5k Walk start?
The 5k Walk starts at 8:01:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 5k Walk?
Registration for the 5k Walk costs $0.00.
Where is the 5k Walk located?
The 5k Walk takes place in Mc Leansboro, IL.

1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN

0.5 Miles
Distance
0.5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Mc Leansboro, IL
Mc LeansboroIL
28th Annual Firecracker 5k Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN

How long is the 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN?
The 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN covers 0.5 Miles.
What time does the 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN start?
The 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN starts at 9:10:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN?
Registration for the 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN costs $0.00.
Where is the 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN located?
The 1/2 Mile KID's FUN RUN takes place in Mc Leansboro, IL.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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