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Sunday, July 4th, 2027
600 Towne Square Way, Brentwood PA
5K
66–84°F · rain likely
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 5 of the last 10 years
2026
72–91°F
rain
2025
62–84°F
dry
2024
71–87°F
rain
2023
65–82°F
dry
2022
61–86°F
dry
2021
62–78°F
rain
2020
69–93°F
dry
2019
69–83°F
rain
2018
71–89°F
rain
2017
65–82°F
dry
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About this race
One of the largest, longest running, and most celebrated 5Ks in Western Pennsylvania,
the Brentwood Firecracker 5K is one of Pittsburgh’s favorite Fourth of July traditions,
since 1983!
Each year, a couple thousand runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities
take on this iconic 3.1 mile course along Brownsville Road, cheered on every step of the
way.
The race starts at 9:00 AM, in front of Brentwood Towne Square. Immediately after the
race, the beloved Brentwood 4 th of July Parade starts, keeping the festivities going!
Participants Enjoy:
- Awards for top overall finishers, masters (40+) and all age groups
- A commemorative race day t-shirt.
- Entrance into raffles. Top prize of $500 cash.
- Supporting vital local organizations, such as the Brentwood Fire Department, Baldwin
EMS, Brentwood Library, Brentwood 4 th of July Parade Committee, and the Brentwood
Food Pantry. - Post Race Celebration - Stop down in Brentwood Towne Square for refreshments, awards ceremony, and raffle prizes. Hope to see you there!
Registration is open April 1 st – July 2 nd , 2026. Register early to get your guaranteed shirt
size.
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