# Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K

- **When:** Sat, Jul 3, 2027 · 7:00 PM CDT
- **Where:** 9821 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD, 21046
- **Event page:** https://runthis.run/event/rs-202638-columbia-firecracker-5k-10k

## Registration

Register on the event's own site: https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Columbia/ColumbiaFirecracker5K10K?aflt_token=58wBqomPr6bPwa1YDhuKo0IQvrNCjzTq

## Description

Get ready to light up your Independence Day at the Columbia Firecracker 5K & 10K.  Join us for a high-energy celebration of fitness, community, and freedom. Whether you’re chasing a PR or just out for a fun, festive run, this event is built for everyone.

Choose your distance:
5K – Fast, scenic, and perfect for beginners, families, and speedsters.
10K – A longer challenge for those ready to push the pace.

Both courses wind around the beautiful paths of Lake Elkhorn, offering smooth pavement, water views, and a safe, spectator-friendly atmosphere. It’s flat, scenic, and ideal for runners and walkers of all ages and levels.​

​RACE START LOCATION 

9821 Broken Land Parkway, Columbia, MD 21046.​

Small parking lot next to Uber Bagels.

AGE REQUIREMENT 

Runners must be at least 10 years old to participate in the 10K.

Runners must be at least 7 years old to participate in the 5K. 

Pets, baby joggers/strollers, in-line skates, bicycles, and any other non-official

wheeled vehicles are prohibited.

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Source: [https://runthis.run/event/rs-202638-columbia-firecracker-5k-10k](https://runthis.run/event/rs-202638-columbia-firecracker-5k-10k) — data from Run This (runthis.run).