About
Ignite your Independence Day spirit with a bang at the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K! It's more than just a race—it's a high-octane celebration of fitness, freedom, and community. Choose your challenge: breeze through the 5K, a perfect fit for beginners, families, and those hunting for speed, or level up to the 10K for a satisfying stretch of your legs and lung capacity. Both routes cruise around the serene Lake Elkhorn, ensuring each step is accompanied by beautiful water vistas on flat and friendly paths. While you soak in the views and vibe, remember that participants should be at least 7 years for the 5K and 10 years for the 10K. Just a heads up, we're keeping the course clear of pets, strollers, and any rolling gizmos to make sure everyone's safe and having a blast!
5K and 10K
Sat, Jul 4, 2026
Columbia, United States
Where and when
Location: 9821 Broken Land Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21046, USA
Start times: 5K: 8:30 AM, 10K: 8:30 AM
