Firecracker 5K

🎆 Event Overview

• Event Name: Firecracker 5K
• Date: July 4th, 2025
• Location: 101 Mitchell St, Bryson City, NC
• More Info: Firecracker 5K Official Page

🎇 Race Description

• Celebration: Celebrate the 4th of July with the Firecracker 5K at the Riverside Park in Bryson City, NC.
• Festival: The race is followed by the Freedom Festival with fun for the whole family.
• Activities: Enjoy events all day and fireworks at night, along with whitewater rafting, a train ride, or waterfall hikes.
• Community: Make a big holiday in a small town.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Hosted By: The Rotary Club of Bryson City
• Course: The 36th Annual 5K starts and finishes in historic Bryson City, meandering through Deep Creek Community.
• Registration Deadline: Register by May 31st to receive a commemorative race shirt. Shirts will not be available past this date.
• Packet Pick Up: July 3rd 3:00 - 7:00 pm at BC Outdoors, 169 Main Street, Bryson City, NC

⏰ Race Day Schedule

• Registration: July 4th 7:00 - 7:45 am at 101 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, NC
• Start Time: 8:00 am
• Onsite Registration: Available on the day of the race.
• Be Prepared: Arrive early to ensure a smooth experience.

🏅 Age Groups & Awards

• Trophies: Overall male and female winners will receive trophies.
• Challenge Trophy: Beat the 2024 Overall male and female winners for a special trophy!
• Medals: Awarded to the Top 3 Male/Female Finishers in various age groups.
• Age Groups: M/F Ages 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and above.