GCR Firecracker 5K

The 2026 GCR Firecracker 5K is a festive running event held in Naples, Florida, celebrating the 4th of July. The race features a double loop 5K course through scenic Lake Park, starting near the water treatment plant on 10th Street North. Participants can run, walk, or run/walk, with a kids' half-mile race also offered.

Entry includes a T-shirt and a finisher medal, with age group awards given five deep. Packet pickup is available the day before and the morning of the race at Fleischmann Park. Proceeds support the Gulf Coast Runners Youth Development Fund, making it a community-focused event with a patriotic atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.