YWCA PRINCETON'S FIRECRACKER 5K Run/Walk

🎉 Event Overview

Join us for our 21st Annual Firecracker 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, June 8th, 2025. This year's race will take place at Veteran's Park located at 2206 Kuser Rd Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Proceeds from the race benefit the Pearl Bates Scholarship Fund. This fund helps children and families access childcare and summer programs at the YWCA Princeton. The YWCA Princeton's mission is to eliminate racism and empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Our programs are designed to address the byproducts of inequity: affordability and accessibility.

🏃‍♂️ Race Details

• Course: Run or walk a 5K trail through the beautiful Veteran's Park.
• Kid's Activities: Kids under 9 years-old can enjoy a 50 or 100-yard dash, lawn games, and prizes.
• Event Features: A fun summer event complete with a DJ and light refreshments!
• Awards: A trophy and a certificate will be awarded to the Overall Top Female & Male Finishers. Certificates and medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd female and male finishers of each age group.

🌟 Fundraising Opportunities

This website allows you to create your own fundraising page and share on social media. It's as easy as asking 5 friends for $10! Join the fun for a good cause.

👕 Registration Information

Participant t-shirts cannot be guaranteed if registered after the May 25th. Distribution will be at the Firecracker 5K location only. T-shirts will not be mailed.

• Registration fee before: $40/participant.
• Registration fee on race day: $45/participant.
• Registration for Fun Run: Will increase to $8/participant on race day.
• Age Requirements: We welcome runners at least 5 years of age for the 5K Walk/Run. However, we encourage those unable to complete a 5K to register for the Kid's Fun Run for participants under 9 years old.

⏰ Event Schedule

• Registration begins: 7:00 AM.
• 5K begins: 8:00 AM.
• Fun Run begins: 9:30 AM.
• Weather Policy: Run is rain or shine, and only in the event of emergency weather will the run be cancelled.

🗺️ Additional Information

• Course Map: See course map here.
• Contact: Questions? Contact Becky Shavitz, Event Coordinator at rshavitz@:ywcaprinceton.org or (609) 497-2100 ext. 322.

🔗 Get Involved

For more details, please visit the official race page: Firecracker 5K Run/Walk.