# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Firecracker Race 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Race the FIRECRACKER this year on the Mississippi River on Saturday August 8, 2026. Just as last year, paddlers will race on a 15 mile downriver course from Grafton access to the Alton riverfront.  The race will end at Alton marina.  After the race come to the Audubon Center at Riverlands directly across the river for food and drinks. There we will have the award ceremony and raffle starting no later than 3:00.  Also an after race dinner is included for all racers. Pre-registration for dinner is required 2 weeks prior from the race and is part of race registration. For those that cannot stay for dinner, we are offering a performance race T-shirt. Others can order food and drinks directly from our vendor on site, Dam-It Joes. An optional $5 shuttle is also available for racers.

Learn more and register on our race website: https://mississippiriverwatertrail.org/firecracker-race/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grafton/firecracker-race-2026/200029432100813
- **Event Categories**: sports, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 113

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grafton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Grafton Illinois Public Access
- **lat**: 38.968097021884
- **long**: -90.434709388886
- **full address**: Grafton Illinois Public Access, Grafton, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Firecracker Race 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Firecracker Race 2026 takes place on Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 08 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am at Grafton Illinois Public Access, Grafton, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Firecracker Race 2026?
  - **A:** Firecracker Race 2026 is organized by Mississippi River Water Trail.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Firecracker Race 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grafton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 110+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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