Join the 22nd Annual Firecracker 5K in Peru, Indiana on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM at the Peru Fire Department to celebrate Independence Day while earning a festive tie-dye shirt, custom finisher medal, and entry into a Garmin Forerunner drawing. Registration opens at 7:00 AM race morning, with early registration (by June 1) costing $20 and late registration at $25—register by June 24 to guarantee your shirt and grab bag. You'll compete for awards in multiple age groups and special categories like Most Patriotic Participants, with great food and prizes awaiting finishers.