
Cranford’s July 4th tradition is back! This holiday road race and fun run takes place on 7/4/2025 on a fast, flat, USATF-certified, scenic course with tree-lined streets and bike trails beginning at Nomahegan Park in Cranford, NJ.
Technical race shirt are included in the registration price (sorry as of 6/30 we are sold out of pint glasses).


Races include the traditional 4-miler course (8:30 am), the 1-mile family fun run (8:00 am), and a Virtual Run option. The 4-mile race features mile splits, water stops, and chip timing.
After the race, enjoy refreshments, music, popcorn, ice pops, and face painting while listening to our DJ and watching the prize ceremony.
Be part of one of Cranford’s great Independence Day traditions, and start your 4th off with a bang!
![]() | $15 Fun Run includes race shirt | $40 4-Miler includes race shirt | |
SORRY, WE ARE SOLD OUT OF PINT GLASSES |
Course Overview
Revisit the 2024 Firecracker 4-Miler and Fun Run












