Firecracker Fast 5K

JUL
4
2026
Join the Firecracker Fast 5K on July 4 in Little Rock, a 50 year Fourth of July tradition that runs along Kavanaugh Boulevard past the Little Rock Zoo and finishes at War Memorial Stadium. Family friendly with trophies for top finishers and medals for kids.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Firecracker Fast 5K is scheduled for July 4, 2026 in Little Rock, Arkansas. The race is organized by Fleet Feet Little Rock and is held annually; the event has been a local tradition for 50 straight years. Registration for the 5K is listed at $34.09 (shown as $30 plus a $4.09 processing fee). Registration policies state there are no refunds and that race management may cancel or modify the event; fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to "Acts of God." Commemorative race shirts are guaranteed for pre-registered participants.

Course and logistics

The race is a point-to-point course that starts at 6150 Kavanaugh Boulevard and finishes on the east side of War Memorial Stadium. The route runs along Kavanaugh Boulevard and passes by the Little Rock Zoo. There are no shuttles provided to take participants to the starting line before the race. Shuttle service is available after the race to return participants to the starting line.

Awards and age groups

Firecracker trophies are awarded to the first 50 men and first 50 women finishers. Medals are given to all children 12 years old and under who complete the race. Overall and masters winners receive prizes noted as a free pair of Hoka shoes. Top three finishers in each age group receive Fleet Feet Little Rock gift certificates: 1st $25, 2nd $15, 3rd $10. Age groups start at 9 & under and continue in five-year bands up to 70+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km