Broomall's Rotary 4th of July 5K Run

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 5:25 AM EDT

Location: 1 N Malin Rd, Broomall, PA 19008
Type: Run

Official registration Past results

Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).

Race feel

Kick off your 4th of July with a festive 5K that supports local charitable projects and precedes a community parade.

Competitive
Festive
For a Cause

Join the Broomall Rotary for their annual 4th of July 5K, a cherished community tradition since 1961. This festive race precedes the Marple-Newtown 4th of July Parade, offering a vibrant start to your holiday celebrations. Your participation directly supports the Broomall Rotary's local charitable service projects, making your run a meaningful contribution to the community. Runners can also compete for prizes across various age groups.

What to expect

Run a 5K course that leads into the Marple-Newtown 4th of July Parade.
Compete for overall and age group prizes across multiple categories.
Support local charitable service projects through your race participation.

Standout details

Part of 4th of July celebrations
Precedes the community parade
Proceeds fund local charitable projects
Prizes for overall and age group winners

Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.

From the organizer

The Broomall Rotary has been performing community service work since 1961. The race proceeds from the 2026 Firecracker 5k Run will fund Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.

The Broomall Rotary's Firecracker 5K is a 5 kilometer running event that will precede the Marple-Newtown 4th of July Parade. The parade and race day is Saturday, July 4, 2026.

For all event details please visit: https://www.firecracker5krun.com/

Packet Pickup: Friday, July 3, 4PM - 6PM and Thursday, July 2, 5:30PM-7:30PM at the Running Place in Newtown Square, and 8AM - 9AM the day of the race at the race tent at Broomall Fire Company driveway apron.

Prizes: Top 3 M&F - Overall; Top 3 M&F - by age group- 14 & Under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+ Top Team