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When
Saturday, July 3rd, 2027
Where
South Shore Clubhouse, Belmont NC
Distances
1 Mile · 5K
About this race
Event Details
- Event: McLean Firecracker 5K & Kids Run
- Date: Saturday, July 4, 2027
- Time: 7:30 AM
- Location: South Shore Clubhouse, Belmont, NC 28012 (Parking lot near 229 Seven Oaks Landing)
About the Event
- Kickoff: Start your Fourth of July with a fun, festive run for a great cause!
- Support: Join us for a neighborhood celebration supporting Team for Kids, which helps provide free youth races and fitness programs to kids across the country.
- Community Spirit: This event is all about community, movement, and giving back, whether you run, jog, walk, or cheer from the sidelines.
Race Options
- Kids Fun Run: 1-Mile Kids Fun Run – perfect for younger runners
- 5K Fun Run: 5K Fun Run – for older kids and adults
- No Timing: No timing chips. No pressure.
Schedule
- 7:15 AM: Check-in opens
- 7:30 AM: 1-Mile Kids Fun Run starts
- 7:50 AM: 5K starts
Entry Fee
- Donation: Donation only!
- Beneficiary: Every dollar raised goes directly to Team for Kids.
Dress Code
- Theme: Rock your best red, white, and blue!
- Outfits: Festive outfits, stars, stripes, tutus, bonus points for creativity.
Volunteers Needed
- Helpers: We’re looking for a few helpers to keep the course safe and cheer runners on.
- Contact: If you can help, please comment or send a message!
Course Info
- Start/Finish: The course will start and finish at the neighborhood clubhouse.
- Loops: 1 loop for the 1 mile route and 3 loops for the 5K.
- Details: Refer to the course tab for the exact route information.
More Information
- Race Link: Sign up here!
Course map
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