The Coon Rapids Firecracker 5k walk/run and Kid's Sparkler Dash are the close to the Coon Rapids Firefighter and North Star Lion's Carnival!
Come for a morning run, stay for a day of fun and evening fireworks!
Come for a morning run, stay for a day of fun and evening fireworks!
Friday, July 4, 2025
Schedule of Firecracker Run Events:
7:00 AM Late Packet Pick-Up
8:00 AM 5k Run Start
9:00 AM 5k Awards Ceremony
9:15 AM Kids Sparkler Dash immediately follows the Awards Ceremony
Early Bird Pricing thru April 30, 2025
REGISTER NOW AND SAVE!
$35 5k Walk/Run
May 1, 2024 thru June 16 , 2024
$40 Run/Walk
June 9, 2025 thru June 20, 2025
$45 5k Run/Walk
(T-Shirts and swag are while supplies last during late registration. T-Shirt and swag not guaranteed)
June 21, 2025 - July 3, 2025
Week of Registration
$50 5k Run/Walk
(T-Shirts and swag are while supplies last during late registration. T-Shirt and swag not guaranteed)
Day of Registration
$55 Walk/Run
*** 2025 ***
PRE-PACKET PICKET PRIOR TO RACE DAY
PRE RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Alloy Brewing Company
2700 Coon Rapids Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Pick up race bib, t-shirt, swag bag and more as we partner with our local brewery for pre-race packet pick-up day! Receive $1 off a pint for all packet pick-up participants!
Your friends/family can pick up your race-day packet if you are unable to make it for packet pickup on Saturday.
Kids Sparkler Dash (Ages 3-10): FREE
Parents/Guardian must sign waiver for children to participate.
AWARDS:
Overall Top Male and Female
(No Double Dipping in Age Categories)
Top Male and Female in Each Age Category:
Under 13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Best Patriotic Costume
Location: Late packet pick-up and start/finish location will be at the Coon Rapids Ice Center.
The Coon Rapids Ice Center is located at:
11000 Crooked Lake Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Parking: Race parking will be at Anoka Ramsey Community College which is a short walk from the Coon Rapids Ice Center.
Anoka Ramsey Community College is located at:
11200 Mississippi Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Details: The event, rain or shine, will start at the Coon Rapids Ice Center. The route will be a combination of Coon Rapids residential roads and park paths. The 5k encompasses trails starting on 109th, running through Dahlia and Riverview Parks, by Mississippi Elementary School and ending back at the Coon Rapids Ice Center. See the course map for the specific 5k and 10k routes.
Note: In case of severe weather, the race will be called as early as possible on race day. No refunds will be issued due to cancellation from severe weather.
5k runners/walkers will have 1 hour to finish the course. Anyone exceeding the time cut-off is encouraged to finish the run; however, the remainder of their event may be unsupported and may not receive a finisher's medal if the finish line has been cleared.
An after run beverage and snack will be provided at the finish line.
Registration price for the 5k includes beer or pop ticket, one free game of bingo (3 bingo cards), sunglasses, finisher's medal, t-shirt and more!
The Kid's Sparkler Dash will immediately follow the awards ceremony. The route is in a closed off parking area of the Coon Rapids Ice Center. It will use the same finish line as the 5k and 10k runs. The Kid's Sparkler Dash is open to kids ages 3-10. For the purpose of the waiver, all participants of the Kid's Sparkler Dash must be registered.
All proceeds from the race are distributed back into various organizations within the community to help build a happier, healthier and more enjoyable community to live in.
After your run, pleas stay for other Coon Rapids Firefighters and Carnival events and attractions. Food trucks and Pull Tabs, vendors, rides and amusements by Gopher State Expositions and more!
For more information contact:
Tiffany (Event Chair)
Amanda (Vice Chair)
[email protected]
Schedule of Firecracker Run Events:
7:00 AM Late Packet Pick-Up
8:00 AM 5k Run Start
9:00 AM 5k Awards Ceremony
9:15 AM Kids Sparkler Dash immediately follows the Awards Ceremony
Early Bird Pricing thru April 30, 2025
REGISTER NOW AND SAVE!
$35 5k Walk/Run
May 1, 2024 thru June 16 , 2024
$40 Run/Walk
June 9, 2025 thru June 20, 2025
$45 5k Run/Walk
(T-Shirts and swag are while supplies last during late registration. T-Shirt and swag not guaranteed)
June 21, 2025 - July 3, 2025
Week of Registration
$50 5k Run/Walk
(T-Shirts and swag are while supplies last during late registration. T-Shirt and swag not guaranteed)
Day of Registration
$55 Walk/Run
*** 2025 ***
PRE-PACKET PICKET PRIOR TO RACE DAY
PRE RACE PACKET PICKUP:
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Alloy Brewing Company
2700 Coon Rapids Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Pick up race bib, t-shirt, swag bag and more as we partner with our local brewery for pre-race packet pick-up day! Receive $1 off a pint for all packet pick-up participants!
Your friends/family can pick up your race-day packet if you are unable to make it for packet pickup on Saturday.
Kids Sparkler Dash (Ages 3-10): FREE
Parents/Guardian must sign waiver for children to participate.
AWARDS:
Overall Top Male and Female
(No Double Dipping in Age Categories)
Top Male and Female in Each Age Category:
Under 13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Best Patriotic Costume
Location: Late packet pick-up and start/finish location will be at the Coon Rapids Ice Center.
The Coon Rapids Ice Center is located at:
11000 Crooked Lake Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Parking: Race parking will be at Anoka Ramsey Community College which is a short walk from the Coon Rapids Ice Center.
Anoka Ramsey Community College is located at:
11200 Mississippi Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Details: The event, rain or shine, will start at the Coon Rapids Ice Center. The route will be a combination of Coon Rapids residential roads and park paths. The 5k encompasses trails starting on 109th, running through Dahlia and Riverview Parks, by Mississippi Elementary School and ending back at the Coon Rapids Ice Center. See the course map for the specific 5k and 10k routes.
Note: In case of severe weather, the race will be called as early as possible on race day. No refunds will be issued due to cancellation from severe weather.
5k runners/walkers will have 1 hour to finish the course. Anyone exceeding the time cut-off is encouraged to finish the run; however, the remainder of their event may be unsupported and may not receive a finisher's medal if the finish line has been cleared.
An after run beverage and snack will be provided at the finish line.
Registration price for the 5k includes beer or pop ticket, one free game of bingo (3 bingo cards), sunglasses, finisher's medal, t-shirt and more!
The Kid's Sparkler Dash will immediately follow the awards ceremony. The route is in a closed off parking area of the Coon Rapids Ice Center. It will use the same finish line as the 5k and 10k runs. The Kid's Sparkler Dash is open to kids ages 3-10. For the purpose of the waiver, all participants of the Kid's Sparkler Dash must be registered.
All proceeds from the race are distributed back into various organizations within the community to help build a happier, healthier and more enjoyable community to live in.
After your run, pleas stay for other Coon Rapids Firefighters and Carnival events and attractions. Food trucks and Pull Tabs, vendors, rides and amusements by Gopher State Expositions and more!
For more information contact:
Tiffany (Event Chair)
Amanda (Vice Chair)
[email protected]
REGISTER TODAY!
