Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX

Date
July 4, 2026
Location
Saint Jo, TX
Venue
The Square at Saint Jo on Highway 82
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00 – $40.00
Events
Old Jo's Firecracker 5K 2026
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for Old Jo's Firecracker 5K runs $35 to $40. The race takes place on July 4, 2026, in Saint Jo, Texas, starting at 8:00 AM from The Square at Saint Jo on Highway 82. The event features a single 5K distance, making it accessible for runners of varying abilities looking to compete on Independence Day. This small-town race offers a straightforward running experience without the complexity of multiple distance options.

From the Race Organizer
REGISTER HERE (SAME RACE NEW REGISTRATION PLATFORM) This will be our 18th year to host this family-fun-filled race! We have a new timer joining our race family Run2Win will be doing our timing and results. A 5K in the cool morning of July 4th is a great way to start your celebration of our great country. This chip timed, certified course, takes runners and walkers out of the historic Saint Jo Square through the countryside north of town and then back for the finish. We have a variety of age brackets for male and female runners. The race is hosted by the Saint Jo Chamber of Commerce and Easy Street Animal Shelter. We love seeing return racers and welcome new runners/walkers to our little town. NEW: On site and packet pick-up will be available JULY 3 from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Gazebo on the square. Race day on-site registration and check-in starts at 6:30 am at the Gazebo, on the square. If you are looking for fun things to do on this holiday, there are many activities held throughout the day at Boggess Park, and stick around for the best fireworks show in North Texas, at sundown. REGISTER HERE (SAME RACE NEW REGISTRATION PLATFORM)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX?

Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX takes place on July 4, 2026. The race is held in Saint Jo, Texas.

Where is Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX held?

Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX is held at The Square at Saint Jo on Highway 82 in Saint Jo, Texas.

Where can I find hotels near Old Jo’s Firecracker 5K 2026 2026 — Saint Jo, TX?

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