Firecracker 5K Run - Mount Vernon

The Firecracker 5K Run/4K Walk is a patriotic-themed event held in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, at the Renfro Valley Entertainment Center. Scheduled for July 12, 2025, it features a flat and fast course ideal for runners and walkers. The event offers a 5K run and a 4K walk for participants aged 13 and older, along with free kids' 5K run and 4K walk options for ages 4 to 12.

Registration includes an event t-shirt if completed by June 30. Awards are given to overall winners and top age group finishers, with special incentives for kids who participate in the series. Proceeds benefit the Mount Vernon Lions Club. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.