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Sunday, July 4th, 2027
5931 Hammock rd, Sebring FL
5K
74–90°F · rain likely
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On this date: rain 7 of the last 10 years
2026
74–89°F
rain
2025
73–85°F
rain
2024
76–92°F
rain
2023
75–96°F
rain
2022
74–92°F
dry
2021
74–90°F
dry
2020
74–93°F
rain
2019
76–95°F
rain
2018
72–86°F
rain
2017
76–90°F
dry
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About this race
Join us for Highlands County's second largest race - the 33rd Annual Firecracker 5k!
To be held on Sunday, July 4th at the Highlands Hammock State Park.
Event Purpose
- Organizer: This race is put on by our beloved Chet Brojek to raise funds in support of the running program at Avon Park High School.
- In Memory: We would like to recognize Mrs. Ruth Handley who passed away 6/24/26. She assisted Chet in forming the running programs at Avon Park High School and laid the foundation for what it has become today.
Race Day Schedule
- 7:00 am: Packet Pickup and Day of Registration
- 8:00 am: Horn Start
- 9:15 am: Awards
Additional Information
- Shirts: Shirts guaranteed if signed up by June 20th, 2027.
- Festive Event: What better way to kick off the Holiday than with this fun, festive event.
- Family Tradition: Whether this is the start of your new family tradition, or you've been with us for years, we hope to see you there!
Event Registration
For more information and to register, visit this link.
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