Peoria Jaycees' Firecracker 5000
Peoria, Illinois, United States
Jul 4, 2026 - Saturday
5k
Race Information
Kick off your Fourth in Red, White, and Blue and join the Peoria Jaycees for a festive 5K! The race happens on a 3.1-mile flat course on the trail along the Riverfront, with one water station along the way, and an optional COLOR RUN post-event! The race will start rain or shine, and there will be no refunds. Your registration fee includes chip timing, a shirt (while supplies last), and refreshments. Participants 21+ will receive beer tokens as well! Kids 10 and under are half price!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: Yes
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