Firecracker 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Peru, IN
- 85 W Canal St, 46970
- Featured distance
- 3.1 Miles
- Type
- RUN
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From the organizer
Celebrate Independence Day by participating in the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K in Peru, Indiana!!! Awesome performance shirts, custom designed finisher medals, disposable tag timing, great food, cool grab bag goodies, a Garmin Forerunner Drawing, and awards (including Most Patriotic Participants) are all included (MUST register by June 27, 2026 in order to guarantee a shirt and a grab bag).
The event will be held on Friday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00AM at the Peru Fire Department, located on 85 W Canal St in Peru, IN. Race day registration is from 7:00AM to 7:45AM. Early Registration (Received by June 1, 2026) - $20.00/Late Registration - $25.00
Award categories include Overall Male/Female Finishers, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Finishers (Male/Female) in the following Age Groups (14 and Younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+), AND Most Patriotic Participants.
Garmin Forerunner Drawing: All participants receive one entry. Register by June 27, 2026 for one additional entry. (Donated by Breakaway Bike Shop)
Proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA where we focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility!
Official Event Website: mcymca.org/firecracker
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