
Jul 4 · 8am
Firecracker Four
Hales Corners Park
by Hales Corners Fourth of July Committee
Run through Hales Corners and celebrate with cookies and chocolate milk after — a local Fourth of July tradition.
$15 – $40
Run through Hales Corners and celebrate with cookies and chocolate milk after — a local Fourth of July tradition.
Part I
About this event
The Firecracker Four is a quintessential Fourth of July event in Hales Corners, drawing over 1200 participants each year. This race offers both a 4-mile run and a 1.4-mile walk, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels. After the race, enjoy a community celebration complete with cookies and chocolate milk, perfect for cooling down and catching up with friends and neighbors.
This event is more than just a race; it's a community gathering that kicks off a day full of festivities. The atmosphere is welcoming and energetic, with plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow participants. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to start your holiday, the Firecracker Four is a fantastic choice.
From the organizer
Start your 4th of July with a bang by running the 48th edition of the Firecracker Four! A tradition for many to start the holiday with a 4 mile run OR a 1.4 mile walk through the neighborhoods of Hales Corners. Come join over 1200 of your family, friends, and neighbors for the post race celebration. We will have cookies, chocolate milk, and other refreshments. The Firecracker Four is just one of many events featured by the Hales Corners Fourth of July Committee. Come for the race and stay all day to enjoy the festivities! Use the coupon code: Military10 if you are active duty or a veteran for 10% off. We thank you for your service. Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines. Pre Race Registration: until midnight on Friday, July 3, 2026 @ 8:00 AM 4 mile: $35 4 miles kids under 12: $15 1.4 mile untimed fun run: $25 1.4 mile untimed fun run kids under 12: $15 Race Day: $40 for everyone! Registration available at Hales Corners Park (race shirt not guaranteed) All registration is online. To simplify your pickup, please complete registration prior to arriving on site. Pre-Race Day Packet Pick-Up July 2nd - Performance Running Outfitters - Brookfield: 1:00 - 6:00 PM July 3rd - Hales Corners Pool House: Noon - 3:00 PM Race Day Packet Pick-Up 6:45am - 7:45 am at Hales Corners Park Awards: 4 mile: Trophies for overall male and female. Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th in each age group M/F: 9 and under, 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80 and over. We love volunteers! All volunteers receive a race shirt, lots of appreciation, and many thank you's!
Getting in
Tickets available online
Registration required — must sign up
Pricing details
4 mile $35, 1.4 mile $25, kids under 12 $15.
Who'll Be There
Local residents, families, and friends from Hales Corners. Expect a mix of competitive runners and casual participants, including children, along with community volunteers helping out.
Part II · The feel
The details organizers don't always put in the description — pulled from the room, the crowd, and what people remember afterward.
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