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Sunday, July 4, 2027 · 8:00 AM · Columbia, Maryland

Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K

5K and 10K in Columbia, MD · $48.70-$54

Race Info

Get ready to light up your Independence Day at the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K. Join us for a high-energy celebration of fitness, community, and freedom. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out for a fun, festive run, this event is built for everyone.

Choose your distance: 5K – Fast, scenic, and perfect for beginners, families, and speedsters. 10K – A longer challenge for those ready to push the pace.

Both courses wind around the beautiful paths of Lake Elkhorn, offering smooth pavement, water views, and a safe, spectator-friendly atmosphere. It’s flat, scenic, and ideal for runners and walkers of all ages and levels.​

​RACE START LOCATION

9821 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21046.​

Small parking lot next to Uber Bagels.

AGE REQUIREMENT

Runners must be at least 10 years old to participate in the 10K.

Runners must be at least 7 years old to participate in the 5K.

Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official

wheeled vehicles are prohibited.

Time limit
No time limit listed by the organizer
Walkers
Not mentioned — ask the organizer
Terrain
Not stated
Certified
Not stated

Pulled from the organizer's own race description — per the organizer, not independently verified.

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Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K

Sun, Jul 4, 2027 · $48.70-$54

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