Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 4:30 AM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Light up your Independence Day with a scenic 5K or 10K around Lake Elkhorn, perfect for chasing a PR or enjoying a festive run.
- Fun
- Scenic
- Competitive
- Festive
Fun
Scenic
Competitive
FestiveGreat for
- Beginner Friendly
- Walkers Welcome
Beginner Friendly
Walkers WelcomeCelebrate Independence Day with the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K, a high-energy event designed for all. Whether you aim for a personal best or a joyful run, both distances offer a scenic, flat course around Lake Elkhorn. Enjoy smooth pavement, water views, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. It's an ideal way to combine fitness, community, and patriotic spirit.
What to expect
- Experience a flat, scenic course along the beautiful paths of Lake Elkhorn.
- Enjoy smooth pavement and calming water views.
- Choose between a 5K for beginners and families, or a 10K challenge.
Standout details
- Independence Day celebration
- Flat, scenic Lake Elkhorn course
- Beginner and walker friendly
- 5K and 10K distances
Distances & registration
2 optionsUse the official signup link above for all distances.
5K
1 option · closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 1d 10h 43m leftGeneral entry
Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $43.40
10K
1 option · closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
2mo 1d 10h 43m leftGeneral entry
Closes Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT · From $48.70
Summaries use public event text. Confirm schedule, fees, and rules on the official page before you sign up.
From the organizer
ALL information about this race can be viewed at https://www.rivalraceseries.com/columbiafirecracker .
Get ready to light up your Independence Day at the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K. Join us for a high-energy celebration of fitness, community, and freedom. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out for a fun, festive run, this event is built for everyone.
Choose your distance: 5K – Fast, scenic, and perfect for beginners, families, and speedsters. 10K – A longer challenge for those ready to push the pace.
Both courses wind around the beautiful paths of Lake Elkhorn, offering smooth pavement, water views, and a safe, spectator-friendly atmosphere. It’s flat, scenic, and ideal for runners and walkers of all ages and levels.
RACE START LOCATION
9821 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21046.
Small parking lot next to Uber Bagels.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Runners must be at least 10 years old to participate in the 10K.
Runners must be at least 7 years old to participate in the 5K.
Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official
wheeled vehicles are prohibited.