Firecracker 5K 2026 — Peru, IN

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Peru, IN
Venue
85 W Canal St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $25.00
Events
Firecracker 5K
Includes
COTTON Tie-Dye Shirt
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Celebrate Independence Day by participating in the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K in Peru, Indiana!!! Awesome Cotton Tie-Dye shirts, custom designed finisher medals, disposable tag timing, great food, cool grab bag goodies, a Garmin Forerunner Drawing, and awards (including Most Patriotic Participants) are all included (MUST register by June 24, 2026 in order to guarantee a shirt and a grab bag). The event will be held on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00AM at the Peru Fire Department, located on 85 W Canal St in Peru, IN. Race day registration is from 7:00AM to 7:45AM. Early Registration (Received by June 1, 2026) - $20.00/Late Registration - $25.00 Award categories include Overall Male/Female Finishers, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Finishers (Male/Female) in the following Age Groups (14 and Younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+), AND Most Patriotic Participants. Garmin Forerunner Drawing: All participants receive one entry. Register by June 24, 2026 for one additional entry. (D

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Firecracker 5K 2026 — Peru, IN?

Firecracker 5K 2026 — Peru, IN takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Peru, Indiana.

Where is Firecracker 5K 2026 — Peru, IN held?

Firecracker 5K 2026 — Peru, IN is held at 85 W Canal St in Peru, Indiana.

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