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Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 8:40 AM PDT

Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Harvey West Park, 326 Evergreen Street, 95060
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A festive Fourth of July tradition in Santa Cruz, celebrating the nation's 250th with a run for all ages and a focus on local youth.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Celebrate the 41st Annual Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run, a beloved Fourth of July tradition. In 2026, join the festivities as our nation turns 250, with a party Santa Cruz style at Harvey West Park. Choose from the challenging 10K Thrill of the Hill, the swift 5K, or the Kids 1K Fun Run. Whether you're aiming for a personal record or enjoying a family outing, there's a distance for everyone. Every registration dollar supports local youth through the Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation.

What to expect

  • Run a 5K, the legendary 10K 'Thrill of the Hill', or a Kids 1K Fun Run.
  • Enjoy post-race burritos, Izzy's Ice, and awards.
  • Support local youth programs with every registration.

Standout details

  • 41st Annual Fourth of July tradition
  • Celebrates nation's 250th anniversary
  • Supports local youth via Rotary Foundation
  • Post-race burritos and Izzy's Ice

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Distances & registration

3 options

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

  • 5K

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:40 AM PDT · From $37.40

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • Kids 1K

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM PDT · From $11.60

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:30 AM PDT · From $42.40

    Opens Jan 31, 2026, 7:00 PM PST · Closes May 31, 2026, 7:59 PM PDT

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From the organizer

The 41st Annual Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Firecracker Run is one of Santa Cruz's most beloved Fourth of July traditions — and 2026 is unlike any other. Our nation turns 250, and we're throwing the party Santa Cruz style at Harvey West Park on July 4th.

Choose your distance — the legendary 10K Thrill of the Hill , the flat and fast 5K , or the Kids 1K Fun Run . Whether you're chasing a PR or pushing a stroller, there's a race for you. Stick around after for burritos, Izzy's Ice, and awards.

As a 100% volunteer organization, every registration dollar goes directly to local youth through our 2026 beneficiaries and Santa Cruz Sunrise Rotary Foundation. We're going for 1,000+ runners this year — grab your crew and be part of history.

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