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5th Annual 5K Firecracker Run

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT

Location
Beaufort, SC
Downtown Beaufort, Bay Street, 29902
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Celebrate July 4th with a scenic 5K in historic Beaufort, crossing the iconic Woods Bridge. Support HELP of Beaufort on this pet and stroller-friendly course.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Join the 5th Annual Firecracker 5K in historic downtown Beaufort, South Carolina, on July 4th. This festive event offers a scenic 3.1-mile course that takes you through charming streets and across the iconic Woods Memorial Bridge. Participate to support HELP of Beaufort, a local cause. The race welcomes both competitive runners, with awards for top finishers and age groups, and those looking for a fun, community-focused experience, as it is pet and stroller friendly.

What to expect

  • Run a certified 5K course through historic downtown Beaufort.
  • Cross the iconic Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island and back.
  • Enjoy a pet and stroller-friendly event with t-shirts and awards.

Standout details

  • Historic downtown Beaufort course
  • Crosses famous Woods Memorial Bridge
  • Pet and stroller friendly
  • Awards for top finishers & age groups

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Jan 30, 2026, 3:00 AM EST · Closes Jul 2, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

  • 5K VIRTUAL Firecracker Run

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM EDT · From $27.50

    Opens Apr 1, 2026, 4:00 AM EDT · Closes Jun 30, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT

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Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

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The course

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From the organizer

Thank you for your support of HELP of Beaufort.

Join Help of Beaufort for our annual FIRECRACKER 5K Race on the morning of July 4th in Downtown Beaufort.  Starting at 8am on Saturday, July 4, 2026, on Bay & Newcastle Streets.  Run through historic downtown Beaufort and across the famous Woods bridge following a certified 5K course.

Packet pickup will be available at Grounded Running located at 2139 Boundary Street, Ste 108, Beaufort, SC 29902 on Friday, July 3rd from 10am until 4pm.  T-shirts and sizes are not guaranteed for registrations after June 1, 2025.

Please note that we have added the ability to register as a Virtual Participant.  Virtual participants can receive a t-shirt for an additional $15.00 and have their shirt mailed to them. We will make a best effort to mail shirts prior to the event for those requesting this.

July 4th -Same day entries will be accepted on race day from 7:00 a.m. to 7:40 a.m. ONLY.

Age categories:  under 12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ Prizes awarded to overall top three male and female and top two male and female in age divisions.   Awards are for in-person participants only and awards will begin PROMPTLY at 8:45am.

Event is pet and stroller friendly.  Flexi-type leashes will not be allowed at the event.  Please have pets on a standard 4-6ft lead.

Course:  Start/finish line at Freedom Mall down Bay Street cross Woods Memorial Bridge to Lady's Island down Meridian Rd to Youmans Drive and double back the same route to Freedom Mall.

Please note that registration for this event and shipping fees are NOT REFUNDABLE.  If we are unable to host an in person/live race, we will transfer to a virtual format.

Where can I get my race shirt? All racers are eligible for the t-shirt giveaway & will receive their shirts at packet pick-up or on race day. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed if registration is after June 1.

Thank you to our sponsors!

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