Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Waynesboro, PA
- Waynesboro High School, 550 E 2nd St, 17268
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Double-check key detailsCelebrate the Fourth of July with a festive 5K and a fun run for kids, concluding with awards at the Waynesboro Jubilee.
- Fun
- Festive
Fun
FestiveThis event offers a spirited start to your Independence Day celebrations in Waynesboro, PA. Join the Firecracker 5K for a morning run, or bring the younger ones for the Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run. The event culminates with an award ceremony under the tent at the Waynesboro Jubilee, creating a lively community atmosphere. It's a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday with family and friends.
What to expect
- Start your morning with a 1-mile fun run for kids.
- Take on the Firecracker 5K, set in the low altitude, hilly terrain of Waynesboro.
- Enjoy an awards ceremony under the tent at the Waynesboro Jubilee.
Standout details
- Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
- Award ceremony
- Part of the Waynesboro Jubilee
- Fourth of July celebration
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Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 7:30 AM EDT · From $11.60
Opens Mar 31, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes May 20, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $22.20
Opens Mar 31, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT · Closes May 20, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Vibe Check
Steady Effort
Steady Effortwarm-day exposure
- Warm season
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Hilly
- Timed race
From the organizer
Starts with the kids 1 Mile Fun Run at 7:30 am and the Firecracker 5k at 8:00 am and concluding with an award ceremony at 9:00am under the tent at the Waynesboro Jubilee.
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