Ishpeming Firecracker 5k Fun Run & 1K Walk
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Ishpeming Firecracker 5k Fun Run & 1K Walk

Ishpeming, Michigan, United States
Jul 04, 2026
Running

About this race

Celebrate the spirit of summer and community at the annual Firecracker 5K Fun Run and 1K Walk on Saturday, July 4, 2026!

Whether you are a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to get outside with friends and family this event is the perfect way to kick off the day long Independence Day celebration. 

The course is family friendly, this year we are meeting at Ishpeming High School and will be using the Iron Ore Heritage Trail!

Participants are encourage to show their patriotic pride by wearing your red, white and blue!

Register by June 27, 2026 to guarantee your t-shirt. Day of registration is available at Ishpeming High School, Fourth Street gym entrance. 

Join fellow runners on July 4, 2026 for the Ishpeming Firecracker 5k Fun Run & 1K Walk. It's a fantastic 5K, 1K featuring a flat and fast course in Ishpeming.

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Running

Firecracker 5K Fun Run

Jul 04, 2026 5K 8:15 AM
$20.00
Open

Walking

Firecracker 1K Walk

Jul 04, 2026 1K 8:15 AM
$15.00
Open

Weather Overview

These values represent the 2-year monthly averages for July in Ishpeming.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) 15.9° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 25.8°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 15.9° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 25.8°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
16.9
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
3.8mm

About Ishpeming

Ishpeming Firecracker 5k Fun Run & 1K Walk takes place in Ishpeming, Michigan, United States. The local timezone is America/Detroit.

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