Firecracker 5K Run/Walk - Charleston
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Firecracker 5K Run/Walk - Charleston
The Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk takes place on July 4, 2026 at Magic Island in Charleston, West Virginia. The event features a 5K route that starts and finishes at Magic Island with a turnaround point near Big Lots. The organizer partners with Charleston's Sternwheel Regatta as the official race.
All proceeds support the Childhood Language Center, a free speech and language therapy clinic serving children across West Virginia. Registration opens March 10, 2026 and closes June 26, 2026. Fees before June 26 are $40 for adults, $20 for youth ages 11 to 18, and free for children 10 and under. Fees after June 26 increase to $45 for adults and $25 for youth, while children 10 and under remain free.
Race packet pick-up is available on the day before the event at the Childhood Language Center, 1313 Quarrier Street, Charleston, and alternative pickup is available prior to the race on race day. The event is open to runners, walkers, and people who choose to ride a bike; participants may include families and dogs. The location for the event is Magic Island, Charleston, WV 25301. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
