Santa Cruz Firecracker

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Date(s) - 07/04/2025
8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Santa Cruz Firecracker

Date: July 4, 2025
Location: Harvey West Park, 326 Evergreen Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Race Options: 10K, 5K, Kid’s 1K Fun Run
Registration & Details: Santa Cruz Firecracker Race Website
️ Beneficiary: For Kids Foundation of Monterey Bay

Kick off Independence Day with the 40th Annual Santa Cruz Firecracker on July 4, 2025! Hosted by the Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise, this beloved event features three exciting races: a 10K, 5K, and a Kid’s 1K Fun Run, all starting and finishing at Harvey West Park in Santa Cruz.

10K runners will take on the “Thrill of the Hill” in Pogonip Park, with scenic trails through the meadows near UCSC before looping back to the finish line. The 5K course is fast, flat, and fully accessible for strollers, wheelchairs, and ADA participants, making it ideal for runners of all ages and abilities. The Kid’s 1K Fun Run ensures the whole family can participate in the holiday fun!

After the race, enjoy live music, awards, and community festivities at Harvey West Park. Don’t miss this exciting way to celebrate the 4th of July while supporting the For Kids Foundation of Monterey Bay.

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