# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: Who wants to start July 4th with a 5K run?  Please contact Kristy or Misty to let us know if you would like to participate with us.  We need riders, runners and guardian angels.  We would love to see you there! 
Celebrate Independence Day by participating in the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K in Peru, Indiana!!!  Awesome Cotton Tie-Dye shirts, custom designed finisher medals, disposable tag timing, great food, cool grab bag goodies, a Garmin Forerunner Drawing, and awards (including Most Patriotic Participants) are all included (MUST register by June 27, 2026 in order to guarantee a shirt and a grab bag).

The event will be held on Friday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00AM at the Peru Fire Department, located on 85 W Canal St in Peru, IN.  Race day registration is from 7:00AM to 7:45AM.  Early Registration (Received by June 1, 2026) - $20.00/Late Registration - $25.00

Award categories include Overall Male/Female Finishers, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Finishers (Male/Female) in the following Age Groups (14 and Younger, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+), AND Most Patriotic Participants.

Garmin Forerunner Drawing: All participants receive one entry.  Register by June 27, 2026 for one additional entry. (Donated by Breakaway Bike Shop)

Proceeds benefit the Miami County YMCA where we focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peru/nci-runs-2026-firecracker-5k/200030100575737
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, sports, nonprofit, fourth-of-july, marathons
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 18

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Peru
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: City of Peru Fire Department
- **lat**: 40.753499070431
- **long**: -86.065521240234
- **full address**: City of Peru Fire Department, 85 West Canal St.,Peru, Indiana, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K being held?
  - **A:** NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K takes place on Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 04 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 am at City of Peru Fire Department, 85 West Canal St.,Peru, Indiana, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K?
  - **A:** NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K is organized by Ainsley's Angels in Indiana.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K 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 Peru, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If NCI runs 2026 Firecracker 5K sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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