Mt. Vernon, KY
Race Details
Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk
Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk is an upcoming race scheduled for Sat, Aug 29 2026 in Mt. Vernon, KY (America/New York timezone).
Register
- 2026-08-29
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Mt. Vernon, KY
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K Run | 5K | running_only | $25.00 | 8/29/2026 08:00 |
| 4K Walk | 4K | walking_only | $25.00 | 8/29/2026 08:00 |
Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
NEW DATE:
Saturday, August 29, 2026
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Celebrate summer with a patriotic bang! This race is sure to be a fast one on the flat Renfro Valley course. Proceeds benefit the Mount Vernon Lions Club.
Event Details
Race start time 8:00 a.m. EST. Packet pickup and registration open 7:00-7:45 a.m.
Location: Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
$25 registration fee by Wednesday, August 12 includes a commemorative race t-shirt. (Shirts not guaranteed after August 12. Inventory will be updated on Runsignup).
Awards
Overall male and female race winner
Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
Top three fastest male and female walkers
NEW! Student Strides 2026
ALL students age 4-18 run FREE! No shirt included in registration, but may be added on for additional fee.
Students who complete at least 7 races will receive a $25 gift card and custom t-shirt at the end of the 2026 series!
Students must run or walk to be eligible for awards and incentives.
Questions/Information
Contact Chelsea Dillingham at (606) 256-7767 or e-mail c.dillingham@rhrcc.org
Race Date
(America/New York timezone)