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Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run and Walk
2/17/2019
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41TH ANNIVERSARY RUN/WALK HIGHLIGHTS
- 5K scenic out and back run through the heart of Historic Chinatown, Dodger Stadium, and Elysian Park
- 10K scenic out and back run through the heart of Historic Chinatown, Dodger Stadium, Figueroa Tunnel, Angel’s Point, and Elysian Park
- Opening ceremonies with lion dancers and traditional lighting of 100,000 firecrackers
- Traditional Lion Dancers and led warm-ups
- Firecracker Festival, featuring live entertainment, food, merchandise, arts/crafts, and attractions for spectators and participants
- Proceeds from the events are donated to local elementary schools and non-profit organizations
RUN/WALK PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE
- Ultra-soft commemorative short sleeve t-shirt
- Goodie Bag
- Free Carbo-Load meal (available on Saturday only from 10am-2pm)
- On-course water stations
- Refreshments available at Finish
- Trophy to the overall male and female winners in the 5K and 10K runs
- Medal to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age division
- Finisher Medal
- One (1) free beer to all registered participants 21+ years of age
- Free bag check for Metro riders
- 5K and 10K runs are chip timed for fast & accurate results