Brentwood Firecracker 5K
About this race
One of the largest, longest running, and most celebrated 5Ks in Western Pennsylvania,
the Brentwood Firecracker 5K is one of Pittsburgh’s favorite Fourth of July traditions,
since 1983!
Each year, a couple thousand runners, joggers, and walkers of all ages and abilities
take on this iconic 3.1 mile course along Brownsville Road, cheered on every step of the
way.
The race starts at 9:00 AM, in front of Brentwood Towne Square. Immediately after the
race, the beloved Brentwood 4 th of July Parade starts, keeping the festivities going!
Participants Enjoy:
- Awards for top overall finishers, masters (40+) and all age groups
- A commemorative race day t-shirt.
- Entrance into raffles. Top prize of $500 cash.
- Supporting vital local organizations, such as the Brentwood Fire Department, Baldwin
EMS, Brentwood Library, Brentwood 4 th of July Parade Committee, and the Brentwood
Food Pantry. - Post Race Celebration - Stop down in Brentwood Towne Square for refreshments, awards ceremony, and raffle prizes. Hope to see you there!
Registration is open April 1 st – July 2 nd , 2026. Register early to get your guaranteed shirt
size.
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run
Typical race-day weather
Based on 7 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Brentwood.
About Brentwood
Brentwood Firecracker 5K takes place in Brentwood, Pennsylvania, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
Reviews
Done this event?
If you've participated in this event, share your experience with other runners
Race information has been sourced from the event's official website and other publicly available resources. For the most up-to-date details, please refer to the official website directly. If you notice any incorrect or missing information, don't hesitate to reach out to us by email.
Other races in the area
34th Anniversary Hook O'Malley 1 Mile Firecracker Race Run/Walk Against Cancer
5k for k9s - Fun Run for Facility Dogs!
Shawn Giles Memorial 5k run / 1 mile fun walk
