Staten Island Firecracker 3 Mile Run
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Staten Island Firecracker 3 Mile Run and 1 Mile Walk
The 4th Annual Staten Island Firecracker 3 Mile Run and 1 Mile Walk takes place on June 28, 2026 in Staten Island, New York. The event is based at Conference House Park, 7455 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10307. It combines running and walking events and a short kids race for age six and under; all finishers in the kids run receive a medal.
Event distances include:
- 3 Miles 3 Mile Run
- 1 Mile 1 Mile Walk where dogs are welcome
- 50 yards Kids run for age six and under, medal for all finishers
The Firecracker is the second leg of the Staten Island Triple Crown; the other legs are the SSG Michael Ollis 5K and Michael's Cause 5K. Registration materials list entry fees and a discounted Triple Crown registration. Awards for the 3 Mile Run include top three male and female finishers, a first place team plaque for male and female teams scored on three fastest members, and age group awards. Age groups run from 1-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 and up.
The event supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Donations are directed to the Foundation’s Smart Home Program, the Fallen First Responder Home Program, and the Gold Star Family Home Program. Over the first three years the event raised almost $9,000 for the Foundation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.