Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Corydon, IA
Venue
110 N Franklin St
Start Time
8:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00
Events
Firecracker Mile
Includes
T-Shirt
View Registration

The Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile starts at 8:30 AM on July 4th, giving you an early-morning racing option on Independence Day. This 1-mile running event takes place in Corydon, Iowa, with packet pickup and race activities centered at 110 N Franklin St. The $20 entry fee makes it an accessible option for runners looking to kick off their holiday with a competitive effort. The small-town setting means you'll want to plan arrival logistics early, especially if traveling in for the race on a major holiday when accommodations may be limited.

From the Race Organizer
A one-mile race to celebrate the 4th of July in Corydon, Iowa! Open to all runners and walkers of any age. Featuring medals for the top 3 finishers of each gender, a prediction contest (no watches/phones allowed!) and an award for "most patriotic" runner! All entry fees and donations will go to support the Wayne JH/HS Cross Country Program and Corydon's Fast and Furious Run Club. Medals will be given out to the top 3 overall finishers in each general (no age-group categories) We will also have a prediction contest where all entrants will give a predicted time (given during on-site bib pick up or registration) and the closest guess will earn a medal. We will also give a medal to the most patriotic runner, so dress up and show your love of America during this event!. Start and finish lines will be on the Corydon Square, near the Wayne Theater. (110 N. Franklin St, Corydon) COURSE MAP CAN BE FOUND AT THE FOLLOWING LINK: FIRECRACKER MILE ROUTE All entrants will be guaranteed a shirt and their size ordered if you registered by midnight on 6/25/26. All entries after that date will NOT be guaranteed a shirt or a size. Instead you will be given a shirt based on availability. Online registration ends at noon on Friday, July 3rd. Race day registration will be available from 7:30 - 8:15 am on Saturday, July 4th. Shirt availability is NOT guaranteed for any race day entries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA?

Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Corydon, Iowa.

Where is Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA held?

Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA is held at 110 N Franklin St in Corydon, Iowa.

Where can I find hotels near Corydon 4th of July Firecracker Mile 2026 — Corydon, IA?

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