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Fenton Firecracker 5K & 2K Run/Walk

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 9:45 AM EDT

Location
Fenton, MI
404 W Ellen St, 48430
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Kick off your 4th of July celebrations with this festive 5K or 2K run/walk, followed by the annual Fenton parade.

  • Fun
  • Festive

Join the Fenton Firecracker 5K & 2K Run/Walk, an annual tradition celebrating the 4th of July. This event invites runners and walkers of all levels to enjoy fun and fitness before the festive Fenton 4th of July Parade. Participate in the 3.1-mile run or the shorter 2K walk, starting and finishing at the Ellen Street Campus. Every participant receives a commemorative T-shirt and a finisher medal, making it a memorable way to kick off your holiday celebrations.

What to expect

  • Enjoy a 5K or 2K run/walk on rolling terrain.
  • Receive a commemorative event T-shirt and a finisher medal.
  • Experience a festive atmosphere right before the 4th of July parade.

Standout details

  • Annual 4th of July tradition
  • Precedes the Fenton 4th of July Parade
  • Finisher medal for all participants
  • Commemorative event T-shirt

Perks & features

  • Medal

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Distances & registration

2 options

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

  • 1.5 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 9:45 AM EDT · From $43.90

    Opens Feb 2, 2026, 7:53 AM EST · Closes Jul 4, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

  • 3.1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 9:45 AM EDT · From $43.90

    Opens Feb 2, 2026, 7:53 AM EST · Closes Jul 4, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

The course

  • Rolling
  • Timed race
From the organizer

The Fenton Firecracker is an annual tradition just prior to the Fenton 4TH of July Parade.  Come join us for fun and fitness, then stay for the parade!

The 13th annual Fenton Firecracker 5K and 2.5K is back!  This is a great race for athletes and weekend warriors alike on July 4th.

The race begins at 9:45 am so be sure to be in place with your bib on by 9:30 am. Race starts at the Ellen Street Campus (World of Wonder) which is also the finish line!

Packet pick up will be at Freedom Center Church, 2473 W. Shiawassee Ave, Fenton, July 2nd 9 am-12 pm or July 2nd 6pm-8pm . If you are unable to make it on that day, packets can also be picked up at 7am on the day of the race.

T-shirts and finisher medals are provided for every participant.

Check us out at Freedom Center Contact us for additional information   marissawiegand@freedomcenter.church

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