FIRECRACKER 4K – University Park, PA 2026
Date
July 4, 2026
Location
University Park, PA
Venue
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park - Penn State Main Campus
Start Time
9:00 AM
Entry Fee
$20.26 – $35.76
Events
FIRECRACKER 4K
Includes
T-Shirt
2026 FIRECRACKER 4K Our 22nd annual Firecracker 4K run/walk kicks off the Central Pa 4thFest's July 4th celebration . Last year 870 runners/walkers kicked off our annual celebration of America's birthday. Thanks for making it such a big success! * This year is extra special as we all celebrate America's 250th !* This year's race will once again be run on the beautiful Penn State main campus starting near Beaver Stadium located on the east side of campus. Don your most patriotic apparel and join in the fun. Following the race return later in the day with your friends and family to enjoy another amazing Central Pa 4thFest fireworks show!! Where/When : Friday, July 4th @ 9 a.m. NOTE: Day of race registration is available from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. on the mezzanine inside the PSU Medlar Field Baseball Stadium located on the east side of the PSU main campus. ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY! - use your smartphone, tablet or computer to register. T-shirt: 2026 Firecracker 4K race T-shirts are guaranteed
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