Our Cause

Rotary International LogoCharity Run 5k The Broomall Rotary has been performing community service work since 1961. The race proceeds fund the Broomall Rotary's local charitable service projects.

The Broomall Rotary's Firecracker 5K is a 5 kilometer running event that will precede the Marple-Newtown 4th of July Parade. The parade and race day is Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Prizes / Group Competition

    Join the Fun! Team Competition at the 5K Run! Gather your friends, family, or co-workers and form a team to conquer the course together. Here's what you need to know about the team competition:
    What: Firecracker 5K Team Competition
  • Registration: Sign up individually and indicate your team name during registration. Don't have a team yet? No worries! You can join or create one on the spot.
  • How it Works: Teams can consist of any number of members.The team with the most participants crossing the finish line by 10:15AM wins!
  • Why Join the Team Competition? Team Award: Broomall Rotary 5k Team Trophy. Fun: Experience the camaraderie and motivation of running alongside your teammates.Team Spirit: Rally your teammates and cheer each other on as you complete the 5K together. Community: Connect with fellow participants and celebrate fitness, health, and teamwork.
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Previous Race Results

The Broomall Rotary Club would like to sincerely thank everyone involved with the Firecracker 5K, especially our sponsors and all the runners. Your efforts will help our Rotary Club make a difference in the lives of many people in our community and world. Thank you for making our run a success.


2024 race results

2019 photo gallery

2024 Race Information

DATE Thursday, July 4, 2024 (Rain Date* - TBD)
TIME8:00 - 9:00 AMRegistration
9:25 AM5K Starts
10:30 AMPrizes
COURSEStarts on W. Chester Pike at Malin Road near the Broomall Fire Station. Proceed west up W. Chester Pike just beyond Bryn Mawr Avenue in Newtown Square. U-turn back to the starting point and lead the Parade back to the Broomall Fire House. Water at 1 mile & 2 miles. All runners must reach the turn-around point by 10:00 AM. Click here for course map.
T-SHIRTFor all Early-Bird registrants (by June 21), while supply lasts for all others (Max of three (3) for family registration).
BagsFor first 200 registrants, while supply lasts for all others.
– Chip Timing
REGISTRATIONOnline:Register now -> Click here
PACKET PICKUP Tuesday, July 2, 6PM - 8PM and Wednesday, July 3, 4PM-6PM at the Running Place in Newtown Square, and 8AM - 9AM the day of the race at the race tent at Broomall Fire Company driveway apron
REGISTRATION FEES TypeEarly Bird by Tuesday, June 21After June 21 and Paper Registration
17 & Under$20$25
Adults$25$30
Family (<5) $55$70
PRIZES Ceremony at 10:30AM;
Categories:
  • Top 3 M&F - Overall;
  • Top 3 M&F - by age group- 14 & Under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70+
  • Top Team
  • *Rain Date for parade and race/walk is TBD. Check www.Firecracker5KRun.com on July 4, 2024.

    2024 Sponsors

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    Foundation Sponsors