The Firecracker 5k and 1-mile Sparkler fun run is a family-friendly 5K walk/run held yearly on the 4th of July at Cascades Park in Tallahassee to assist the Capital City Kiwanis Club and the Virtual Kiwanis Club of the Big Bend. Join us in this exciting event to help us continue to carry out our vital missions! To learn more about the charities and projects your participation supports - click here.
Kiwanis would like to thank our sponsor Envision Credit Union for their commitment to the Kiwanis vision of improving the world one child and one community at a time. Thanks to Envision who also believe "Community Matters." 
This year's shirt is a short sleeved
"Firecracker" tie dye shirt
Time/Schedule:
- On-Site Registration begins at 6:30 a.m.
- 1-Mile Fun Run begins at 7:30 a.m.
- 5K Race begins at 8:00 a.m.
- Awards Ceremony to follow at 9:00 a.m. (as results are tabulated)
Packet Pick-ups:
Thursday June 30th -11AM-1PM @ Andrews Downtown
228 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Friday July 1st - 3PM to 7PM @ The 4th Quarter Bar & Grille
2033 N. Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Saturday July 2nd - 10AM to 2PM @ The 4th Quarter Bar & Grille
2033 N. Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303
Cost:
Registration fees accommodate for families by offering discounted fees for children and committed runners and offering discounts for registration without shirts. Discounts are also offered for sponsors, local fitness group's, Firecracker Couch to 5k Runners, and various clubs. If you're not sure if your group has a discount or if you'd like to discuss receiving a discount for your group, please contact us via the "contact us" form.
• 5k With Shirt
• Early Bird - $25 through June 18th
• Pre-Registration - $30 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $35 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
• 5k No Shirt
• Early Bird - $20 through June 18th
• Pre-Registration - $23 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $25 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
• 5k 10 Years or Younger
All children are at a discounted rate and will receive a t-shirt at no charge.
• Early Bird - $13 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $15 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
• 1 Mile With Shirt
• Early Bird - $25 through June 18th
• Pre-Registration - $30 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $35 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
• 1 Mile No Shirt
• Early Bird - $20 through June 18th
• Pre-Registration - $23 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $25 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
• 1-mile 10 Years or Under
All children are at a discounted rate and will receive a t-shirt at no charge.
• Early Bird - $13 through July 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
• Race Day Registration – $15 July 2nd after 5:00 p.m. thru Race Day
Registration fees
Firecracker 5k With Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$30.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$35.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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Firecracker 5k Without Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
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$20.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$23.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$25.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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Firecracker 5k VIRTUAL Runner With Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
Run at your own location anytime between registration and July 4th, track your timing, and compete against other virtual runners via our app. You can pick-up your shirt at any pre-race packet pick-up.
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$30.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$35.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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Firecracker 5k VIRTUAL Runner Without Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
Run at your own location anytime between registration and July 4th, track your timing, and compete against other virtual runners via our app.
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$20.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$23.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$25.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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5k Child Under 10 (Includes Shirt) Closed
Online registration closed-
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$13.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$13.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$15.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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1-Mile Sparkler Fun Run With Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
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$25.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$30.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$35.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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1-Mile Sparkler Fun Run Without Shirt Closed
Online registration closed-
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$20.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$23.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$25.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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1-Mile Sparkler Fun Run 10 and Under (Includes Shirt) Closed
Online registration closed-
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$13.00
Early Bird Pricing
May 9 – Jun 18 -
$13.00
Not So Early Bird
Jun 19 – Jul 2 -
$15.00
Late Bird / Day Of Registration
Jul 3 – Jul 3
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Firecracker Volunteer Closed
Online registration closed-
See the volunteer navigation link on the left.
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FreeMay 9 – Jun 18
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FreeJun 19 – Jul 2
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FreeJul 3 – Jul 3
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Contact information
- Event contact
- Rose Ledbetter
- Phone
- 850-228-4410
- Website
- Visit website
