Firecracker 5K
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About this race
Event Overview
Firecracker 5K is a Columbus Running Club event which raises funds for high school scholarships for Bartholomew Co students.
Race Details
- Date: 2026-06-27
- Location: 4225 Vickers Drive, Columbus, IN
- Course: Race is primarily on paved trail in out/back configuration with one controlled road crossing.
- Registration: Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up at the Start/Finish from 7:00 am until race start.
Awards
- Overall Awards: Overall male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co.
- Age Group Awards: Age group winners (10 yr age groups), male and female receive gift certificates to White River Running Co.
Refreshments
- Finish Line: Refreshments - fruit, water, sports drink, snacks at finish.
- Turnaround: Water and sports drink near turnaround.
Parking Information
- Main Parking: In lot at corner of Vickers Dr and Poshard Dr and along Poshard Dr west of Vickers Dr.
- Additional Parking: The parking lot by the soccer stadium west of the start is also available with access from Poshard Dr.
More Information
For more details, please visit the official race page: Firecracker 5K.
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