Hilton Head Firecracker 5K
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Event overview
The Hilton Head Firecracker 5K takes place on July 4, 2026 at Honey Horn Park on Hilton Head Island, SC. This is the 42nd annual running of the event. Proceeds for the year go to the Coastal Discovery Museum. The event offers the following distances:
- 5 km
- 0.25 mile kids Fun Run
Early registration for the 5K was listed at $25 with an early-registration deadline of December 31, 2025. The event indicates that same-day registration is not available.
Course, logistics and awards
The course runs around Honey Horn Park, a 68-acre property with live oaks and salt marshes. The route uses a mix of paved roads and gravel paths and is described as flat. The finish area is near the park pavilion. Race day parking is available on site.
Packet pickup is scheduled the day before the race at Palmetto Running Company in Shelter Cove Town Center. Participant items include a commemorative technical T-shirt or singlet. The first 750 registered 5K participants are listed to receive finisher medals. Additional awards include Top 3 Overall (female and male), Top 3 Age Group (female and male), Top 3 dog finishers, and a special award for the most patriotic costume. Food trucks and music are noted as part of the post-race activities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.