Warrenville Park District Firecracker 5K

JUL
4
2026
Celebrate July 4 with the Warrenville Firecracker 5K, a scenic run along the Illinois Prairie Path with a 1 mile Sparkler and kids dashes for all ages. 5K finishers receive a shirt, goodie bag and medal, plus awards for top finishers.
Sat 4 Jul 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Warrenville Park District Firecracker 5K takes place on July 4, 2026 in Warrenville, Illinois. This is the 16th annual edition of the event. The start/finish is at the Warrenville Park District Recreation Center, 3S260 Warren Avenue.

  • 0.1 Mi
  • 1 Mi (Sparkler 1-Miler)
  • 5 Km
  • 50 and 100 yard dashes (kids)

Course, awards and categories

The 5K course uses the Illinois Prairie Path, Warrenville Grove and streets of downtown Warrenville. Categories listed include 5K runner/walker, the Sparkler 1-Miler and youth 50/100 yard dashes. 5K participants are guaranteed a race t-shirt, a goodie bag and a finisher medal. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each age group and a special prize is given to the top male and female overall. Age groups start at 14 and under and continue in decade bands up to 70+.

Logistics and rules

Packet pick-up is scheduled Thursday, July 2 from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Recreation Center Upper Multipurpose Room, with additional packet availability at the FitnessNOW Guest Services desk from July 3 until race day. Children in the dashes must sign a waiver; each child receives a participation ribbon. The organizer does not provide medical or accident insurance for participants. Strollers, bicycles and dogs are not allowed on the race course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.