2026 Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4-Miler & Fun Run
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Registration is now open at https://cranfordjaycees.org/road-race/ for the 47th running of the Cranford Jaycees Firecracker 4-Miler!
Whether you run the classic 4-miler or participate in the family friendly 1-mile fun run, you’ll enjoy a scenic course with a community feel. All participants get a race shirt and a chip timer. 4-milers also receive our commemorative pint glass. Proceeds support the Cranford Jaycees’ scholarship programs.
Be part of one of Union County’s great Independence Day traditions, and start your 4th off with a bang!
📍 The Basics
Where: Start/Finish at Nomahegan Park (1033 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ)
When: Saturday, July 4th
Start Times: Fun Run @ 8:00 AM | 4-Miler @ 8:30 AM | Virtual - whenever!
Registration: 100% Online. No paper forms or walk-up manual registrations. Please sign up online before arriving!
Parking: Union College parking lot (right across the street)
🎟️ Pricing & Deadlines
4-Miler:
$30 (Register by May 31)
$35 (Register by June 27)
$40 (Register by July 4)
1-Mile Fun Run: $18
👕 Swag & Perks
- Tech Shirts: High-quality Unisex and Ladies cuts. Guaranteed if registered by June 27th!
- Souvenir Pint Glasses: For 4-Milers only. Guaranteed if registered by June 13th!
- The Post-Race Party: Stick around for ice pops, popcorn, bananas, face painting, and a live DJ to keep the energy going!
Whether you run the classic 4-miler or participate in the family friendly 1-mile fun run, you’ll enjoy a scenic course with a community feel. All participants get a race shirt and a chip timer. 4-milers also receive our commemorative pint glass. Proceeds support the Cranford Jaycees’ scholarship programs.
Be part of one of Union County’s great Independence Day traditions, and start your 4th off with a bang!
📍 The Basics
Where: Start/Finish at Nomahegan Park (1033 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ)
When: Saturday, July 4th
Start Times: Fun Run @ 8:00 AM | 4-Miler @ 8:30 AM | Virtual - whenever!
Registration: 100% Online. No paper forms or walk-up manual registrations. Please sign up online before arriving!
Parking: Union College parking lot (right across the street)
🎟️ Pricing & Deadlines
4-Miler:
$30 (Register by May 31)
$35 (Register by June 27)
$40 (Register by July 4)
1-Mile Fun Run: $18
👕 Swag & Perks
- Tech Shirts: High-quality Unisex and Ladies cuts. Guaranteed if registered by June 27th!
- Souvenir Pint Glasses: For 4-Milers only. Guaranteed if registered by June 13th!
- The Post-Race Party: Stick around for ice pops, popcorn, bananas, face painting, and a live DJ to keep the energy going!
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Where is it happening?
Nomahegan Park, 1050 Springfield Ave, Cranford, NJ 07016-15ND, United States
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