VARRA Firecracker 5k

🎆 Race Event Details

Join VARRA on Friday, July 4, 2026 at 7:30 AM at Riverside Park for a fun 5k! This year, the Sparkler Kids 1 Mile run will begin at 8:15 AM to allow for kiddos to participate in the fun as well!

💲 Registration Information

• Cost: For $30, you can participate in this firecrackin' good time of a race!
• Price Increase: Prices increase to $35 on Saturday, June 1 and will go up to $40 on race day.
• Registration Deadline: Registration will end at 7:15 AM race morning.
• Member Discount: Paid VARRA members will receive a 20% discount, which is automatically applied at checkout.

📦 Packet Pickup

• Pickup Timing: Packet pickup will only be offered from 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM the morning of the race, Friday, July 4th at Riverside Stadium.
• Check-in: Bib assignment will happen during packet pickup at the check-in table setup with volunteers.

🏞️ Parking Information

The race day parking is at the Riverside Stadium Parking Lot.

🏆 Race Timing and Awards

The race is chip-timed with Overall Male, Overall Female, and age group awards 3 deep with 10 year age increments.

🤝 Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsors are needed, so if you are interested in growing the local run community, please contact us at varrainfo@gmail.com.

🔗 More Information

For further details about the race, please visit this page.