Nantucket Firecracker 5K
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Nantucket Firecracker 5K Run & Walk
The event is scheduled for July 4, 2026, at Jetties Beach, Bathing Beach Road, Nantucket, MA. It is presented as a 5-kilometer run and a competitive walk that start and finish at Jetties Beach.
The course runs through nearby residential areas, including Beach Street and the Cliff, with the finish on Hulbert Avenue and Bathing Beach. The description highlights a scenic route that remains on public streets and established beach access points.
Prizes include a $100 cash award to the first male and female finishers among both runners and walkers. Age-division prizes are awarded through third place and include categories for kids, youth, and seniors. Refreshments are provided.
Number and T-shirt pick up is handled at Nantucket Health Club, 10 Young’s Way. An official race T-shirt is provided free to the first 500 runners and walkers who pick up their numbers. Organizers recommend picking up timing chips and shirts before race day to improve the chance of receiving a preferred shirt size. Race day registration is available at Jetties Beach. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
