The 26th Annual Firecracker 5000 presented by Fleet Feet takes place at Branson Landing in Branson, Missouri on July 4th, 2026. Despite its name referencing a 5K distance, the actual event offers a 1-mile run, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities and a good option if you're traveling to the area for Independence Day weekend. The race starts at 7:30 AM, allowing you to compete early and enjoy the rest of the holiday. Entry fees range from $20 to $40. Branson Landing provides an established venue in the heart of Branson's entertainment district, convenient for pre-race logistics and post-race activities. This flat, short-distance format works well for speed work or as a casual holiday race option alongside your regular training schedule.
From the Race Organizer
Choose the 5K,or fun run 5k starts at 7:30am with the Mile Mile Runners will have their own timing mats Run along the beautiful Lake Taneycomo, starting and finishing at the middle fountains on Branson Landing. The 5k is one loop, Fun Run Mile is on the Landing down and back TEAMS....... If you want to make a team ( 5K ONLY ) Runners must be paid 5k runners ..... (Online) team captain will pay team fee, then runners can add to that team... ( captain must tell team members team name and password ) For new runners signing up on race day once you have entered into the race you will be given a bib number you will claim your team...Team captain will fill out form with team name and runners bib numbers ...takes at least 5 runners to complete a team. A team can be all the same gender or mixed. To claim a team is $40.00 for the team paid by captain. Already paid 5k runners can join team ... Team Trophy and fireworks as award. NEW FINISHER MEDAL -> Awards: Overall winners: 5k 1st Large Fireworks, • (male & female) 125.00 Gift Card Award from Fleet Feet Awards to Masters (40+) male & female: 5k 1st Place Large Fireworks Overall champion trophy and fireworks in the following age divisions male & female: 10 & under, 11-14, 15- 19, 20-29, 30--39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up Mile Fun Run Champion 12-under male and female 1st place award and fireworks … and finisher medal for all runners We will have finisher medals for all races 1st 800 runners Guarantee T-shirt size must sign up by 6-21 Highland Dairy Ice Cream will be at the Finish Line passing out ice cream cones / bars / orange push ups Giveaways ..... Gift cards from 7Brew and Fireworks over $500.00 in prizes Packet pick up will be July 2nd Fleet Feet 1254 E Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65804 3pm to 5pm July 3rd Oscar's Famous Ribs 302 Veterans Blvd, Branson, MO 65616 3pm to 6pm Pick your packet up on July 3rd receive a $5.00 voucher for Oscar's BBQ First 50 Runners PPU also Race Morning July 4th 6:15am to 7:15am Branson Landing At The Fountains Out Of Town 5k 10k virtual is a separate race awards and t-shirts will be mailed out. Only Trophies and medals no fireworks will be mailed out Runners will have until 7/12 to turn in their race results for the Fun Run mile, 5k or 10k these races are virtual only. Times will be posted and t-shirts / awards will be mailed out on Monday 7/13
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When is 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet 2026 — Branson, MO?
26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet 2026 — Branson, MO takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Branson, Missouri.
Where is 26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet 2026 — Branson, MO held?
26th ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5000 presented by Fleet Feet 2026 — Branson, MO is held at 100 Branson Landing in Branson, Missouri.
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