McLean Firecracker 5K - Belmont
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McLean Firecracker 5K and Kids Mile
The McLean Firecracker event on July 4, 2026 takes place at the South Shore Clubhouse in Belmont, NC 28012. It includes a community 5K and a separate kids fun run, with courses that begin and finish at the neighborhood clubhouse. The 1 mile route is one loop and the 5K consists of three loops around the same course.
Registration is listed as free and entry is donation based; proceeds are directed to Team for Kids, an organization that provides free youth races and fitness programs. The event notes that there are no timing chips used.
A schedule for check-in, the kids run, and the 5K is part of the event plan. Organizers request volunteers to help keep the course safe and to provide on-course support.
Suggested attire for participants includes festive red, white, and blue outfits and other celebratory clothing. Distances offered:
- 1 Mile Kids Fun Run - one loop at the clubhouse
- 5K Fun Run - three loops of the same course
The description focuses on the event format, beneficiary information, course loop structure, volunteer needs, and suggested dress for the holiday occasion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
