Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Presented by Experience Butler County
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Zelienople, PA
- 402 Beaver Street, 16063
- Type
- RUN
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At a glance
Kick off your July 4th with a festive run that supports the Zelienople Community Park, offering both a challenging 5K and a speedy 1-mile.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Festive
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Festive
For a CauseCelebrate Independence Day with the Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile in Zelienople, PA. This annual July 4th event, part of the Celebration 250 Festivities, offers a spirited start to the community's holiday. Choose between a challenging 5K course featuring a significant hill or a flat, fast 1-mile run through town. Participation also supports the Zelienople Community Park, making your run a meaningful contribution to local green spaces.
What to expect
- Enjoy a festive July 4th atmosphere as you run through Zelienople.
- Choose your challenge: a rolling 5K with a notable climb or a flat, fast 1-mile course.
- Awards are presented for both races after the 5K finishes.
Standout details
- Annual July 4th event
- Benefits Zelienople Community Park
- Awards for both races
- Hilly 5K or flat 1-mile options
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Distances & registration
5 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 1 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.75
Opens Apr 5, 2026, 3:55 PM EDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
- 3.1 Miles
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $33.05
Opens Apr 5, 2026, 3:55 PM EDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
Family of 3 Registration, enter all 3 names each
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.75
Opens Apr 5, 2026, 3:55 PM EDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
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Family of 4 Registration, enter all 4 names each
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $25.10
Opens Apr 5, 2026, 3:55 PM EDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
Run both the 1 mile and the 5K
Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $48.95
Opens Apr 5, 2026, 10:03 AM EDT · Closes Jul 3, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
The course
- Rolling
- Timed race
From the organizer
The Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile is presented by Experience Butler County for the Celebration 250 Festivities. This race is an annual event on July 4th at the Zelienople Community Park. This fun 5K and 1 Mile kicks off the 4th of July Community Days in Zelienople, PA. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Zelienople Community Park.
Thank you to Experience Butler County and Kampas Orthodontics our Presenting Sponsors!
The 5K is on the streets of Zelienople, with one big climb up Cemetery Hill. The 1 mile is flat and fast around town.
The 1 mile starts at 8:00 AM
The 5K starts at approximately 8:15 or 8:20 when the 1 mile is complete.
Awards for both races follow the 5K.
Packet pick-up and race-day registration open at 7:00 AM.
Park in the lot's near the park. Do not park on the roads near the park.
We look forward to hosting you on July 4th.
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