Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN

Date
June 27, 2026
Location
Annandale, MN
Venue
300 Oak Ave N
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $35.00
Events
1 Mile Sparkler Run, Firecracker 5K
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The Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run takes place at 300 Oak Ave N in Annandale, Minnesota on June 27, 2026. The event offers two distance options: a 1-mile run and a 5K, making it accessible for runners at different fitness levels. The race starts at 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $15 to $35 depending on registration timing and distance selected. This early-morning summer race provides a straightforward option for runners looking to compete locally before the Independence Day holiday weekend.

From the Race Organizer
Join us as we kick off Annandale's week-long Independence Day celebration with the Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Sparkler Run/Walk! The year the event will be held the weekend before the Fourth of July to complement and avoid conflicts with other community festivities. This family-friendly yet competitive event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Both courses begin and end near Annandale Municipal Park, bringing participants together for a fun-filled morning of fitness, community spirit, and patriotic celebration as we launch one of Minnesota's premier Fourth of July traditions. The Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run serves as a fundraiser supporting the St. John's Lutheran Church Children, Youth, and Family Fund, as well as other Annandale organizations and groups that help make this event possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN?

Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN takes place on June 27, 2026. The race is held in Annandale, Minnesota.

Where is Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN held?

Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN is held at 300 Oak Ave N in Annandale, Minnesota.

Where can I find hotels near Firecracker 5K & 1 Mile Sparkler Run 2026 — Annandale, MN?

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