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Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:30 AM EDT

Location
Columbia, MD
9821 Broken Land Parkway, 21046
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly
  • Walkers Welcome

Great for: beginners, walkers

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:30 AM EDT · From $43.40

    Opens Mar 5, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

  • 6.2 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:30 AM EDT · From $48.70

    Opens Mar 5, 2026, 7:00 PM EST · Closes Mar 8, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

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The course

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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.

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