Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K
Typically 69–87°F · rain likely
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2026
76–103°F
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2025
66–83°F
dry
2024
69–93°F
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2023
70–88°F
dry
2022
63–87°F
dry
2021
60–80°F
dry
2020
73–88°F
dry
2019
72–86°F
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2018
73–88°F
dry
2017
71–88°F
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About this race
Get ready to light up your Independence Day at the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K. Join us for a high-energy celebration of fitness, community, and freedom. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out for a fun, festive run, this event is built for everyone.
Choose your distance:
5K – Fast, scenic, and perfect for beginners, families, and speedsters.
10K – A longer challenge for those ready to push the pace.
Both courses wind around the beautiful paths of Lake Elkhorn, offering smooth pavement, water views, and a safe, spectator-friendly atmosphere. It’s flat, scenic, and ideal for runners and walkers of all ages and levels.
RACE START LOCATION
9821 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21046.
Small parking lot next to Uber Bagels.
AGE REQUIREMENT
Runners must be at least 10 years old to participate in the 10K.
Runners must be at least 7 years old to participate in the 5K.
Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official
wheeled vehicles are prohibited.
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Run clubs near Columbia to train with before race day.
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