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Dayton Strong Firecracker 5K

Dayton, Ohio, United States

calendar_today 04 Jul, 2026

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sell $30.00

About the Event

Celebrate freedom, fitness, and community this July 4th, 2026 at the Firecracker 5K! Join runners, walkers, families, and strollers for a high-energy race through Dayton that brings people together in true Independence Day spirit.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just coming out for fun, this event is for all ages and fitness levels. Expect an electric atmosphere filled with music, motivation, and patriotic vibes from start to finish.

🔥 What to Expect:

• 5K run/walk for all levels

• Family-friendly (strollers welcome!)

• Music and fellowship

• Food & refreshments

• Finisher medals & event t-shirt included

⏰ Event Schedule:

• 8:30 AM – Race day registration & bib pickup

• 9:30 AM – Race start (5K distance)

📍 Location: Dayton, Island Park

🎉 Stay after for: Refreshments & Music!

Lace up, show out in your red, white, and blue, and be part of a movement that celebrates health, unity, and the power of community.

Races Offered

Dayton Strong Firecracker 5K

Jul 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

timer

09:30

sell

$30.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Dayton.

thermostat Temperature

19.5° / 29.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

20.8° / 30.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 5m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

8.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Very High (8.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.3%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:22

nightlight Sunset

21:01

About Dayton

Learn more about the host city, Dayton.

Dayton is the birthplace of aviation: the Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, lived here and perfected their design for the first practical aircraft. It is also home to one of the few multi-site National Parks in the U.S., the Dayton Aviation Heritage Park. There are several things to do and see in the city and its suburbs.