Hilton Head Firecracker 5K
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Event details
The Hilton Head Firecracker 5K is scheduled for July 4, 2026, at Honey Horn Park, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. The event is the 42nd annual Firecracker 5K and names the Coastal Discovery Museum as the proceeds recipient. Distances offered include:
- 5K
- 1/4 mile kids Fun Run
Participants receive commemorative event apparel (technical T-shirt or singlet). Finisher medals are mentioned for registrants, with a medal allocation noted for the first 750 registered.
Course, logistics and awards
The course runs inside Honey Horn, a 68-acre property that is home to the Coastal Discovery Museum and features live oaks and salt marsh views. The route uses a mix of paved roads and gravel paths and is described as flat. The finish area is located near the park pavilion.
Packet pickup is scheduled for July 3 at Palmetto Running Company in Shelter Cove Town Center (28 Shelter Cove Lane, Unit 117, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928). Race day parking is available on site. The event notes that there will be no same-day registration.
Post-race features listed include food trucks and music. Awards are planned for top finishers overall and by age group (top three female and male), top three dog finishers, and a special award for the most patriotic costume. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
