In 6 days · Sat, Jul 4, 2026
When
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Where
Magic Island, Charleston WV
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Location
PLEASE NOTE THE RACE WILL BE STARTING AND FINISHING AT MAGIC ISLAND!
About the Event
- Support: Help support Childhood Language Center by participating in 2026's Childhood Language Center's Firecracker 5K Run/Walk!
- Independence Day: Celebrate Independence Day with this fun race and support a great local cause!
- Family-Friendly: RUN, WALK, RIDE a bike...bring your entire family (even your dogs!) and participate in our 5K!
- Partnership: We are excited to partner with the much-anticipated Charleston's Sternwheel Regatta as their official race again this year!
Registration BEFORE JUNE 26, 2026
- Adults: $40
- Youth: $20 for Youth (11-18 years)
- Kids: Free - for kids 10 & under
Registration AFTER JUNE 26, 2026
- Adults: $45
- Youth: $25 for Youth (11-18 years)
- Kids: Free - for kids 10 & under
Race Details
- Date: Saturday, July 4th - 8:00am
- Location: Magic Island
- Race Route: Start/Finish at Magic Island (Turnaround Point is Big Lots)
Race Packet Pick-up Information
- Date: Friday, July 3rd from 10am-3pm at the Childhood Language Center (1313 Quarrier Street, Charleston, WV)
- Note: If you are unable to pick-up your bib and shirt on Friday, you will be able to pick up prior to the race on Saturday.
- Registration Hours: We will open up registration at 7am on July 4th.
Additional Information
All proceeds benefit the Childhood Language Center to provide free speech and language therapy services to children across West Virginia.
Event Link
For more details, visit the Firecracker 5K Run/Walk page.
Course map
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