L.A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER 5K/10K/KIDDIE/PAW'ER DOG RUN/WALK & BIKE RIDE

L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) is a 501(C)(3) non profit organization with a non-salaried group of volunteers who donate their time and energy to organize and stage events and programs; promoting health, fitness, and cultural awareness to the greater Los Angeles community. All proceeds are reinvested in the community and surrounding areas in support of elementary schools and other non-profit organizations, providing service and programs that benefit local neighborhoods.

1. Are E-Bikes Allowed?
Electric assisted bikes are welcomed at this event if they are Class 1 or 3 (no electric motorcycles) and you keep a pace consistent with the group.

2. What if I Want to Change Rides?
Event changes will incur a cost if the price of the event has increased or if the event changed to, is a different price.  You may change your event by logging into your account and making the change yourself. There are no refunds if you are changing to a less expensive event. For on-site changes, go to the SOLUTIONS booth near the registration site.

SATURDAY, FEB. 28, 2026

Start Time: 8am

Online Route Map:

50 Mile Route

Note: This is a challenging course and is more appropriate for advanced bike riders.

WHAT TO BRING: You should come prepared with basic bike tools, including spare tubes, pump, cartridges, etc. Bike Marshals (Bike Monitors) on bikes and/or vehicles will carry spare tubes and assist with any mechanical problems.

START/FINISH LINE: 943 N. Broadway, Los Angeles  90012, near the pedestrian crosswalk located mid-block. Note: There are different start groups for the 20 Mile and 50 Mile rides. Please look for the appropriate signs and banners for your ride.

ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE: The 50 Mile ride may take 2.5 - 5 hours to complete. 

BEFORE THE RIDE:

• Pick up Race Bib and/or Race Packet at 419 W. College Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 beginning at 7am on Saturday, the day of the event. You may drop off the Race Packet at the Bag Check-In Service (at Chinatown Central Plaza) to avoid taking it with you on the ride. Any items not claimed by 2:30pm will be donated. Firecracker assumes no responsibility or liability for any lost and/or damaged items.

• Or you may pick up your Race Packet along with your Medal after the ride at the Chinatown Central Plaza. 

50 MILE COURSE

NOT ALL STREETS CLOSED on ROUTE:  Only parts of the route on public streets will be closed. Participants MUST adhere to traffic rules of the road. Be aware of other riders and surrounding vehicles. Ride safely.

SIGNS on ROUTE: Turn arrows will be posted along the route at all turns for the 50 Mile ride. 

To ensure you’re on the right route, review and download the online map and turn-by-turn route slip at the Firecracker website for reference. Check back often for last minute revisions. While on the route, pay attention to the color coded directional arrow signage at key intersections. 

SAFETY: Bike helmets are MANDATORY. Bike Marshals (Bike Monitors) will be riding along with the participants to ensure safety of riders and provide assistance, as needed. 

REST STOP LOCATIONS: Porta potties and refreshments such as water, fruit, and snacks, will be available to registered riders with a Race Bib. 

Rest Stop #1: Pecan Grove, Griffith Park. The Pecan Grove Picnic Area in Griffith Park on Zoo Drive, just north of the Zoo parking lot in Griffith Park.
                       

Rest Stop #2: Machado Environmental Corporation Air Duct Cleaning Company.
                        Address: 2219 Broadview Dr. Glendale, CA 91208 (corner of Broadview Dr. & Park Pl)

INCOMPLETE RIDE:  If you cannot complete the ride for any reason, Firecracker will dispatch a sweep truck and bring you to a nearby Metro station to return to Chinatown. 

INJURY ON COURSE, EMERGENCY TREATMENT: An EMT vehicle and technicians will be available on the course. In case of emergency, flag down a Bike Monitor on route who will call in for an EMT vehicle or sweep vehicle to help. If it is a serious injury, call 911.

AFTER THE RIDE:

• Bike Valet Service: You may park your bike using the complimentary Bike Valet service located at the Chinatown Central Plaza.

• Self-Park: You may self-park your bike but you should bring a suitable bike restraint. Do not secure bike to a store front gate or to a stranger’s bike. Firecracker assumes no responsibility or liability for any lost and/or damaged bikes.

• Free Carbo Load Meal: After the ride, you can have a Carbo-Load meal in Chinatown from 10am-2pm. In addition, there may be booth vendors serving food and beverage samples.

Unchained Bicycle Garage will have their mobile bike shops near the Start/Finish Line area for any mechanical assistance prior to the start of the event as well as on the route to support registered riders.

SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026

Note: There is no more 5K Fun Walk (Non-timed) in 2026.

The 5K Run/Walk starts at 8am and it is timed.  

5K Route

CHINATOWN, DODGER STADIUM, ELYSIAN PARK 

The 5K is an out and back course that takes participants past the main entrance to Dodger Stadium. The course begins on North Broadway for approximately ⅓ mile, then turns left onto Bishops Road. A right turn at Stadium Way takes you over the 110 freeway, toward Dodger Stadium for an uphill climb.

This distance includes a right at Lookout Dr., then onto Lilac Terrace which leads again onto Stadium Way. A U-turn at Vin Scully Ave brings runners past the LAFD Frank Hotchkin training center where a piece of the World Trade Center is displayed as a memorial - a 23-ton, 22-foot-tall steel column that was originally part of the lobby structure.

Runners then continue on the course under the 110 freeway, back to Broadway where the finish line awaits those who conquered this beautiful and challenging course.

Two water stations are provided along this 5K course.

NOTE:  For your safety and the safety of others, skateboards, roller blades, skates, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled device are not permitted except for wheelchairs, baby joggers, and baby strollers.

SATURDAY

20 MILE & 50 MILE BIKE RIDES AND PAW’ER DOG WALK

SUNDAY

5K, 10K, AND KIDDIE RUN

L.A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER RUN is a community effort to support our local neighborhoods. Each year, the Firecracker Lunar New Year celebration attracts about 9,000 participants and over 20,000 attendees to Historic Los Angeles Chinatown. Each year, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) contributes their proceeds to local elementary schools and non-profit community organizations. With generous support from our many sponsors and donors, community-based organizations and schools receiving Firecracker donations have created unique programs such as raising awareness of physical fitness and healthy lifestyles for seniors and youth. One project helped launch the CSULA Food Justice program through the creation of culturally relevant gardens where young children learned to grow their own fruits and vegetables within a concrete urban landscape. Another awesome project was partnering with Angel City Sports provided resources for a day filled with adaptive sports activities in the AAPI community for those with and without disabilities. 

Firecracker donations have been used to fund school field trips, launch a fine arts program as well as a healthy cooking class in elementary schools as well as many other activities to support the health and physical fitness of our youth. Firecracker continues to be a volunteer based organization and your participation in our annual Firecracker event will help fund future programs for our diverse communities.

Net proceeds from the event have been reinvested directly into the community to organizations such as: 

• Castelar Street Elementary School, Ann Street Elementary School, Logan Street Elementary School, Solano Avenue Elementary School, Elysian Heights Elementary School, Chinese Confucius Temple School

• Lincoln Heights Tutorial Program, Lincoln Heights Education Project, Inc., UCLA Asian American Tutorial Project, CSULA Chinese American Oral History Project, CSULA Asian American Studies Program, KIPP Academy of Opportunity, San Gabriel Educational Foundation

• Chinatown Service Center, Alpine Recreation Center, Central City Action Committee, Friends and Alumni of Castelar Elementary School, Friends of the Chinatown Library, Chinatown Teen Post, Chinatown Senior Citizens Service Center, Chinese Historical Society of Southern California, Chinese Family History Group of Southern California, Chinese American Museum of Los Angeles, Chinese Christian Herald Crusades (CCHC)

• Better TOGETHER Forever Rescue, Home Dog LA, Races for Rescue, North Central Animal Shelter, Queen’s Best Stumpy Dog Rescue, Visual Communications, API Forward Movement, Koreatown Immigrant Workers Alliance, United Cambodian Community, Mutual Aid Fund of the Southeast Asian Community Alliance, Little Tokyo Service Center, Terasaki Budokan, Angel City Sports, Active SGV, Bicycle Angels, and Ascot Hills 5K.

The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee is a 501(C)(3) tax exempt organization. Tax ID 95-4440752.

To become a sponsor, please contact Sponsorship@firecracker10k.org

VIRTUAL EVENTS:  Any of the Firecracker events may be completed virtually. If you are NOT available to participate in person during the scheduled event date/time, you may participate virtually. 

You may participate virtually anytime before March 15, 2026. If you want your time recorded in RunSignUp, you must submit your time by March 15, 2026. This is optional. It is up to you if you want to submit your time or not. We do not require it. 

REGISTRATION: Register online now! Shipping costs for your Race Packet are included in the price of registration for virtual events. Please check your shipping address to ensure correct delivery. 

• Deadline to register to have first name and group/team name on bibs - Jan. 29, 2026

• Deadline to register for all virtual events - Feb. 18, 2026

ALL VIRTUAL PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE RACE PACKETS:

• Limited edition, custom designed Lunar New Year T-shirt

• Collectible Lunar New Year finisher’s medal

• Lunar New Year Race Bib

• Custom Goodie Bag

RACE BIBS and PACKETS: Race Packets will be mailed to participants around the week of Feb. 23, 2026. Please ensure that your shipping address is current on your RunSignup account or you may not receive your packet. (Please note that our Race Packet ship dates are dependent on the supply chain and may be delayed.  Thank you for your patience.)

If you do not receive your race packet, please check the tracking number and notify USPS. Once the package is accepted and scanned into the USPS system, Firecracker cannot be responsible for the package. Please follow-up with USPS.

SAFETY: Run, walk, or ride where it is safe. Run, walk, or ride in your neighborhood, a park, the mountains, the beach or anywhere you choose. Run, walk, or ride solo or with someone else.

RACE JOY APP:  Beginning on Feb. 23, 2026, you can download the RaceJoy app onto your Apple or Android devices and set up your profile.  To set up a RaceJoy profile, download the app, open it. Go to "Race Calendar" and  select "California". Choose "LA Chinatown Firecracker". Click on "You're participating in this event!" and then  "I Want to Be Tracked". Enter your first and last name, and select your name.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete your profile setup; make sure to enable location services on your phone to allow tracking during the race. Note: Enter your Bib number as it is required before submitting your results for our records. Submitting your results is optional. 

Bib numbers must be entered for tracking purposes and to report results to our race. We will be sending out bibs and race packets during the week of Feb. 23, 2026. 

Here's how to participate in a virtual race using RaceJoy:  

1. Select - Start My Race.  Once you're ready to begin, select Start My Race to start the clock.

2. Results - RaceJoy will automatically submit your results once you've completed the pre-set distance.

Results: Accepting timed results for 5K and 10K only. Must submit no later than March 15, 2026.

For more information on RaceJoy, visit www.racejoy.net. To report problems with the app, please send an e-mail to support@RaceJoy.com.

NOTE: VIRTUAL EVENTS ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR AGE DIVISION WINNER MEDALS. FINISHER MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO ALL VIRTUAL FINISHERS.

SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026

10K COURSE

10K Route

CHINATOWN, DODGER STADIUM, FIGUEROA TUNNEL, ELYSIAN PARK 

The 10K course is a challenging run through the hills of Elysian Park. From N. Broadway, the course climbs up into the park to higher elevations. The course winds high over the Figueroa Tunnels above the 110 freeway, through tree-lined rolling hills providing a spectacular 180-degree view of the city.

The early morning vistas of Downtown LA, Glendale, Mt. Wilson, Dodger Stadium, and LAPD Academy are the hard-earned and breathtaking sights of the 10K course that very few Angelenos will ever see.

The course descends the hills of Elysian Park and passes Montecillo De Leo Politi Park, a smaller park within Elysian Park. Montecillo De Leo Politi Park was named after Montecillo De Leo Politi, a park advocate and a children’s book author and illustrator. His murals can be found in Olvera Street, the birthplace of Los Angeles. Many of his paintings and drawings still adorn elementary schools and public libraries throughout the United States.

The course continues on Stadium Way to the LAFD Frank Hotchkin training center where a piece of the World Trade Center is displayed as a memorial - a 23-ton, 22-foot-tall steel column that was originally part of the lobby structure.

Runners then continue on the course under the 110 freeway, back to Broadway where the finish line awaits those who survived this beautiful and challenging course.

Three water stations are provided along this 10K course.

ELYSIAN PARK

This park is Los Angeles’ oldest and second largest park. Elysian Park’s name is from the Greek work paradise (Elysian). Originally known as Rock Quarry Hills for the stone mining. The City Council of Los Angeles dedicated the park as Elysian Park in 1886.

SATURDAY, FEB. 28, 2026

Start Time: 8:15am (Note: This is a time change from last year.)

ONLINE ROUTE MAP: 20 Mile Bike Route

Note: The 20 Mile route is considered a beginners route.

WHAT TO BRING: You should come prepared with basic bike tools, including spare tubes, pump, cartridges, etc. Bike Marshals (Bike Monitors) on bikes and/or vehicles will carry spare tubes and can assist with any mechanical problems.

START/FINISH LINE: 943 N. Broadway, Los Angeles  90012, near the pedestrian crosswalk located mid-block.

Note: There are different start groups for the 20 Mile and 50 Mile rides. Please look for the appropriate signs and banners for your ride.

BEFORE THE RIDE:

• Pick up Race Bib and/or Race Packet at 419 W. College Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 beginning at 7am on Saturday, the day of the event. You may drop off your Race Packet at Bag Check-In (Chinatown Central Plaza) to avoid taking it with you on the ride. Any items not claimed by 2:30pm will be donated. Firecracker assumes no responsibility or liability for any lost and/or damaged items.

• Or you may pick up your Race Packet along with your Medal after the ride at the Chinatown Central Plaza. 

20 MILE COURSE

The 20 Mile course is mostly flat with a few rolling hills and takes advantage of the Los Angeles River Path, which is protected from vehicular traffic. It starts in Chinatown and enters the restored Los Angeles River, which has been transformed into a sanctuary for a variety of birds and other wildlife. 

View the architectural bridges, cafes and even a bike shop that has sprouted up along the river. This is an easy and relaxed route that is perfect for beginners and intermediate riders. There are restrooms along the route. Refreshments will be provided at the rest stop at the turn-around in Griffith Park. 

TIME TO COMPLETE: The 20 Mile ride should take 1.5 - 2.5 hours to complete. 

NOT ALL STREETS ARE CLOSED ON THE  ROUTE:   Only parts of the route on public streets will be closed to vehicular traffic. Participants MUST adhere to traffic rules of the road. Be aware of other riders and surrounding vehicles. Ride safely.

SIGNS on ROUTE: Turn arrows will be posted along the route at all turns for the 20 Mile ride. 

• To ensure you’re on the right route, review and download the online map and turn-by-turn route slip at the Firecracker website for reference. Check back often for revisions. While on the route, pay attention to the color coded directional arrow signage at key intersections.

SAFETY: Bike helmets are MANDATORY. Bike Monitors will be riding along with the participants to ensure safety of riders and provide assistance, as needed. 

RIDE SPEED: This is not a race. Travel at a safe speed with due regard for others on the route. A pace of 9 mph is sufficient for the 20 Mile ride.

REST STOP LOCATION: The Pecan Grove Picnic Area in Griffith Park on Zoo Drive, just north of the Zoo parking lot in Griffith Park. Porta potties and refreshments such as water, fruit, and snacks will be available to registered riders with a Race Bib.

INCOMPLETE RIDE:  If you cannot complete the ride for any reason, Firecracker will dispatch a sweep truck and bring you to a nearby Metro station to return to Chinatown. 

INJURY ON COURSE, EMERGENCY TREATMENT:  An EMT vehicle and technicians will be available on the course. In case of emergency, flag down a Bike Monitor on route who will call in for an EMT vehicle or sweep vehicle to help. If it is a serious injury, call 911 immediately,

AFTER THE RIDE:

• Bike Valet Service: You may park your bike using the complimentary Bike Valet service located at the Chinatown Central Plaza. .

• Self-Park: You may self-park your bike but you should bring a suitable bike restraint. Do not secure bike to a store front gate or to a stranger’s bike. Firecracker assumes no responsibility or liability for any lost and/or damaged bikes.

• Free Carbo Load Meal: After the ride, you can have a Carbo-Load meal in Chinatown from 10am-2pm. In addition, there may be booth vendors serving food and beverage samples.

Unchained Bicycle Garage will have their mobile bike shops near the Start/Finish Line area for any mechanical assistance prior to the start of the event as well as on the route to support registered riders.

1. Will there be a bag check-in service?

Free bag check-in will only be provided to registered 5K and 10K participants who rode the Metro and show their valid Metro pass or Metro Rail ticket. Any items not claimed by 11am will be donated. Firecracker assumes no responsibility or liability to any lost and/or damaged items.

2. What if I am registered but cannot attend the event?

You may be able to defer or transfer your registration to another participant or a virtual event. See link for Making Changes to Registration.

Making Changes to Registration

All no-show registered participants will have the opportunity to pick-up their Race Packet from Firecracker approximately 30 days after the event. Medals will not be given out to those who did not complete the event. Please look for an email notification, check our website or Facebook for more information, or complete  Registration Question Form .

3. Will there be refreshments at the Finish Line?

Yes, there will be refreshments and drinks for all registered participants (must present race bib). In addition, there may be booth vendors and beverage samples.

4.  Are strollers and wheelchairs allowed?

Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. However, please be advised that some of the terrain is difficult and has challenging elevation changes. For the safety of all participants, strollers and wheelchairs should not start near the front of the event where there are quick runners but instead keep to the right to avoid blocking foot traffic.

5. Can I walk the event?

Yes, we ask that walkers line up behind the 5K runners. This year, there is only one 5K event and it is timed.  

6. Are pets allowed on the 5K run course?

Running or walking with pets is permitted. However, for safety reasons, Firecracker requests that all participants with pets line up behind the runners for the 5K.  Pets must be on a leash that is less than 4 feet in length and never left alone. Participants who bring their pets are responsible and liable for any of the pet's actions or aggressions.

Please ensure that your dog is up for the run. The 10K course is a challenging uphill run. The 5K course also includes hills. Ensure that your pet partner is well hydrated and not over stressed during the run. Better yet, register your dog for the PAW’er DOG WALK!

MISSION

“TO PROMOTE HEALTH AND FITNESS, EDUCATION,

CULTURAL AWARENESS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT.”

Established in 1978

Staging additional festive activities in celebration of the Lunar New Year to attract a broad audience to Chinatown during the 70’s, a group of volunteers focused on an event which could draw a large and diverse audience to Chinatown.

Starting humbly with a 10K Run, L.A Chinatown Firecracker has evolved decades later to host the largest Lunar New Year 5K Run/Walk, 20 & 50 Mile Bike Rides, a Kiddie Run and a Paw’er Dog Walk event in the United States. The annual event now attracts over 20,000 spectators and about 9,000 participants over a two-day period in celebration of the Chinese Lunar holiday. Proceeds from the annual event are donated back to the Chinatown and surrounding communities. 

L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) is a non-salaried group of volunteers who donate their time and energy to organize and stage events and programs promoting health, fitness, and cultural awareness to the greater Los Angeles community.

Community-based organizations and schools receiving Firecracker donations have created unique programs such as raising awareness of physical fitness and healthy lifestyles for seniors and youth.  One project helped launch the CSULA Food Justice program through the creation of culturally relevant gardens where young children learned to grow their own fruits and vegetables within a concrete urban landscape. Firecracker donations have been used to fund school field trips, launch a fine arts program in an under served elementary school and many activities to support the health and physical fitness of our youth. Firecracker continues to be an volunteer-based organization and your participation in our annual Firecracker event will help fund future programs for our diverse communities. 

Net proceeds from the event are reinvested into the community to organizations that align with the mission of Firecracker.

The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee is a 501(C)(3) tax exempt organization. Tax ID 95-4440752. 

LOCATION: Lower parking lot next to 424 W. College St. Los Angeles, CA 90012. Across the street from last year's Registration area. 

SCHEDULE FOR CHECK-IN AND BIB/PACKET PICK-UP:

BIKE RIDERS - Please pick up your Bib beginning at 7am. After the ride, pick up your Goodie Bag and T-shirt at the Bike Goodie Bag/T-Shirt Booth and medal at the Bike Medal Booth located at Mei Ling Way in Chinatown Central Plaza. 

PROOF OF REGISTRATION:

You must provide your BIB NUMBER AND and a  VALID DRIVER's LICENSE or PHOTO ID OR Firecracker EMAIL to receive race packets (bib, goodie bag, and T-shirt.) 

You may pick up another person’s packet if you provide the following:

• Copy of the Driver’s License or Photo Identification.

• Copy of the their BIB NUMBER.

General Info Questions: Contact Info@firecracker10k.org

Registration Questions: Contact Registration@firecracker10k.org

20 Mile Bike Ride(same as 2025)

50 Mile Bike Ride (changed in 2026)

5K Run (same as 2025)

10K Run (same as 2025)

In 2012, the Firecracker Fund was created with a commitment to donate $50,000 across ten years to Asian Pacific Islander (API) non profits. The goal to further pursue the Firecracker mission of promoting health, fitness and healthy life styles was extended to organizations beyond the Los Angeles Chinatown Community.

RECIPIENTS:

2012- APIOPA (now API Forward Movement)-"Bike Ride to China"  Health promotion project combining physical exercise with training on urban planning and how it impacts access to physical activity in local communities. The project purchased 25 bicycles for high school students with a commitment to ride a combined 3000+ miles. The distances from Los Angeles to China. Impact: Students in the Chinatown Area.

2013-(KIWA) Korean Immigrants Workers Alliance. "Ktown Farms and Gardens"   Grassroots community-led health and environmental project empowering low-income residents and families to embrace healthier lives and increase green space and local organic food in the most park-poor neighborhood in the nation. Impact: Korea Town residents, Los Angeles Area

2014-(SGEF) San Gabriel Educational Foundation- FOODPLAY Health Education for Kids.  Bring a nationally recognized and award-winning health and physical fitness education assembly program to each of our 5 elementary school sites. Impact: Elementary school students in the San Gabriel surrounding cities.

2015-Visual Communications- VC Community Stories feat. FMC  Walking Club- A documentary film about the Filipino Migrant Center’s Walking Club as they navigate the working class, heavily polluted, high crime area of West Long Beach through health and wellness activities as a tool for community organizing and empowerment. Impact: Participants in the Long Beach and Los Angeles area.

2016-LHTP-Lincoln Heights Tutorial Program- Summer Day Program Nutrition & Wellness.  Our Tutoring, Nutrition, & Wellness program provides the educational tutoring, learning, and development of children and teens. We engage our students in exercise, physical activities, eating fruits and vegetables, and reducing stress.
Impact: Students from  Asian and Hispanic children and teens, K-9th, low income, and at risk inner city youth. Lincoln Heights, Chinatown, Alhambra, and El Sereno.

2017- Asian American Studies Program, Cal State LA-Food Justice, the Environment, and Body in the API Community. Food Justice API at Cal State LA teaches students the importance of food justice, the environment, and health related to the API community through classroom learning and community service through
the creation of culturally relevant gardens for communities. Impact: Young children 2-5 y/o & their parents. 65% are low income, of these 90% are single mothers. 70% Latino, 15% API, 9% White,6% African American. Los Angeles and San Gabriel Valley.

2018-United Cambodian Community. Cambodian Wellness Program, Cambodian Wellness Program improves access and utilization of healthcare services and increases overall wellness of the Cambodian community through health education workshops and peer support groups. Impact: Long Beach area, Cambodian lower income adults.

2019-Little Tokyo Service Center Terasaki Budokan Ping-Pong Program. Serve as an inter-generational activity and enhance the lives of local senior residents and visitors to Little Tokyo, as well as youth in the Little Tokyo Service Center after-school program who reside in our affordable housing communities. Impact: All genders, Asian and Pacific Islander seniors, low income youth in the Little Tokyo/Downtown Los Angeles.

2020-San Gabriel Educational Foundation-Food for Thought ~ Young Chefs in the Kitchen. SEF desires to make a positive impact within the community thoughtful curriculum developed to teach students about healthy food purchases and preparation. The program seeks to increase education about heart healthy and disease prevention as well as to empower and motivate students to make positive changes in their lives. Impact: Middle and high school age students in San Gabriel Valley cities.

2021-Angel City Sports-Angel City Sports Adaptive Sport Clinics.  Angel City Sports seeks to develop outreach in the  Asian American community and to continue offering free and inclusive adaptive sports clinic.   Impact: Inclusive of persons with or without disability focused primarily in Los Angeles County.

SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2026

Kids who are 12 years old and under may participate in the KIDDIE RUN. There will be staggered start times for ages 8+  and 7 and under as shown above. 

One parent/guardian is allowed to run with their registered KIDDIE RUN participant. No registration is necessary for the parent/guardian. For the safety of all, parents are advised to start at the back of the start corrals.

KIDDIE FUN ZONE: The Kiddie Fun Zone is limited to registered Kiddie Run participants and their parents/guardians. The hours are 7am-11am on Sunday, day of the event.  

KIDDIE RUN PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

• Finisher Medal

• Ultra-soft commemorative short sleeve T-shirt

• Custom Goodie Bag

• Lucky Red Envelope

• Free Carbo-Load meal (available on Saturday only, from 10am - 2pm)

• Refreshments

• Admission to the Kiddie Fun Zone (restricted to registered participants and accompanying adult)

KIDDIE RUN COURSE:

NORTH BROADWAY, CHINATOWN

• The Kiddie Run begins with warm-up exercises

• The 1K course is an out-and-back on Broadway, going northbound from the start line at College St. and N. Broadway, then back to the official Finish Line

• Parents may accompany their children but are advised to start in the back of the corral for the safety of others. All Kiddie Run participants are directed to return to the Kiddie Fun Zone upon completion.

For Kiddie Run questions, contact the KIDDIE RUN Committee at Kiddie@firecracker10k.org

The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run/Walk, Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and PAW'er Dog Walk event is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity event in the United States. Established in 1978, the LA Chinatown Firecracker Run started with a 10K Run and has since grown to include a 5K Run/Walk, 20 & 50 Mile Bike Rides, a Kiddie Run and a Paw’er Dog Walk.

The event serves the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with support from Council District 1 of the City of Los Angeles. All proceeds are reinvested into the community in support of elementary schools and non-profit organizations, providing services and programs that benefit local neighborhoods.

FIRECRACKER FESTIVAL: The Firecracker Festival is a family friendly fun event held in conjunction with the weekend events. The festival features live stage entertainment along with booths and vendors from various organizations, non-profits, and businesses.

EVENTS:

   SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2025

• 20 Mile Fun Bike Ride

• 50 Mile Half Century Bike Ride

• PAW’er Dog Walk

   SUNDAY, MARCH 9, 2025

• 5K Run (Timed); 5K Fun Run/Walk (Non-Timed)

• 10K Run/Walk

• Kiddie Run

START LINE: 943 N. BROADWAY, LOS ANGELES, CA  90012

ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE:

• Custom designed Lunar New Year T-shirt specific to the participant’s registered event

• Custom Lunar New Year finisher medal

• Custom designed Goodie Bag

• Lunar New Year Race Bib

• 1 free beer at the Firecracker Beer Garden (21 years and older)

• Free Chow Mein Carbo-Load on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10am-2pm

• Free bag check-in service during the hours of the event for Bike participants on Saturday and Run participants who are Metro riders on Sunday. Participants are encouraged to use the Metro Gold Line, exit Chinatown Station.

• Hydration stations on the courses and refreshments at the end of the course

• Access to Firecracker Festival booths from vendors, sponsors and community organizations that support the Firecracker event

AWARDS: 

• Special Award to the overall male and female winners in the 5K Run and the 10K Run/Walk events.

• Divisional Winner medal to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in each age division, male and female (No winner medals for the 5K Fun Run/Walk event.)

NOTE: 5K Run and 10K Run/Walk are chip-timed events for quick & accurate results. Time starts when participant crosses the Start Line.

PARKING

There is limited street parking and some public parking lots requiring payment in and around the Chinatown area. Please be aware that parking guidelines and rules are enforced by the Los Angeles Dept. of Transportation. Strict enforcement of metered parking, time-limit zones, temporary parking, colored curbs, and emergency access areas will be in effect.  Public transportation is another option - Exit at Chinatown Station. 

STREET/FWY CLOSURES (Subject to change)

Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026

• Broadway from College St. to Bernard St. closed: 5am-10am.

• College St. from Hill St to Spring St. closed: 5am-10am.

• Hill St. parking lane from College St. to Bernard St. closed: Sat. 4am - Sun. 4pm.

  
   

Sunday, March 1, 2026

• Broadway from College St. to Savoy St. closed: 4am-1pm.

• Broadway from Savoy St. to Pasadena Ave. closed: 8:20am-9:30am.

• Broadway from Alpine St. to College St. closed: 4am-11am.

• College St. from Alameda St. to Broadway St. closed: 6am-11am.

• College St. from Broadway St. to Hill St. closed: 6am-12pm.

• Hill St. parking lane from College St. to Bernard St. closed: Sat. 4am - Sun. 4pm

• Stadium Way: From Bishop Road to Academy Road. Academy Road to the Stadium Way off-ramp of the southbound Interstate 5 closed: 6am to 11am.  Note: This closure affects Lookout Dr., Bernard St., Coronel St., Chavez Ravine Pl., Lilac Terrace, and Park Row Dr.

• State Route 110/ Arroyo Parkway: Southbound off ramp closed at Stadium Way (Exit 24D): 6am-12pm.  Academy Road off-ramp and Amador St. remains open.

• State Route 110/ Arroyo Parkway: Northbound off ramp closed at Stadium Way (Exit 24B): 6am-12pm. Solano Ave. off-ramp and on-ramp remains open.

• Interstate 5: No left turns on the Southbound off-ramp at Stadium Way: 6am-12pm. 

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Go Metro! You should exit at the Chinatown Station, which is about half a block from the Firecracker event site. You can check in your backpack or bag in the Bag Check Booth in the Chinatown Central Plaza for free and is available to all Metro riders who are registered participants and can show their Metro Tap or Pass. 

SATURDAY, FEB. 28, 2026

Note: Personalized bib of dog's name is available for registrations completed by January 29, 2026. No exceptions.

The PAW’er Dog Walk is approximately a 2K walk at the Los Angeles State Historic Park. It is a leisurely walk through the park and ends at the Chinatown Central Plaza,  near the Chinatown Gate, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Statue, and other historic and cultural landmarks. Proceeds from the event are donated to local animal rescue organizations.

REGISTRATION: If you have one dog, only one person will need to register for the dog. People may accompany the dog on the walk without registering for the dog walk. Registrants for the dogs will get a dog T-shirt and Goodie Bag.

RACE BIB AND RACE PACKET PICK-UP LOCATION: 913 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012

NOISES AND FIRECRACKER LIGHTING: Your pet will be exposed to a variety of situations and noises including loud firecrackers during the opening ceremony for the Bike events, small excited children, barking dogs, loud music, people speaking loudly on microphones, and crowds clapping and cheering. 

There will NOT be any firecracker lighting during the PAW’er Dog Walk. HOWEVER, for the bike ride events, firecrackers will be set off for the opening ceremony at 7am near the BIKE Start Line. This occurs about 1.5 hours before the start of the PAW’er Dog Walk.

WATER BOWLS: There will be communal water bowls at different locations along the route. You can bring your own portable water bowl for your dog. 

PAW'er DOG WALK PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE:

• Custom designed Lunar Year finisher medal

• Ultra-soft commemorative Firecracker t-shirt for dogs (limited sizes and quantities)

• Doggie Goodie Bag (with a special gift for dogs)

• Lucky Red Envelope

• Free Carbo-Load meal to all registered participants (available only on Saturday, day of the event. 

RULES FOR PET OWNERS:

• Only one dog is allowed per walker.

• The person walking the dog must be 18 years or older. While children may walk alongside dogs, no children may hold the leash to the dog during the event. .

• Dogs must be well-behaved and non-aggressive around people and other dogs.

• Dogs must be on leash at all times, NO EXCEPTIONS. Please bring a leash that is no longer than four (4) feet. No extendable/retractable leashes allowed.

• Dogs must be current on all required vaccines.

• Please do not bring puppies who have not completed all of their vaccinations.

• Please set a good example and pick up after your pet. Extra poop bags, as well as trash cans, will be available.

• Carbo-Load and beer are for human participants only. 

• If you have a pet breed that may not be able to handle this level of activity (2K or 1.6 miles), please consider not registering for this event but enjoy the other Firecracker festivities with your dog.  

• There may be many large dogs at the walk. If you have a small dog, consider carrying your dog or bring a pet stroller to keep your dog safe/comfortable.

Note to Parents: Sometimes the most well-behaved pets can be startled and react in an unexpected manner. Please remind children to be respectful and refrain from petting any dog without the owner's permission. Kindly note that any and all dog interactions are done at your own discretion and risk. Firecracker is not responsible or liable for any dog related incidents.    

Postponement notice issued on January 14, 2025

Dear Firecracker Family, 

Our thoughts and prayers are with our entire Los Angeles community during this challenging time.

Due to the wildfires resulting in a significant impact on air quality and the strain on local resources, we have made the decision to postpone all of the Los Angeles Firecracker Run/Walk, Bike, Kiddie & Dog events that were originally scheduled for February 1 & 2, 2025. Virtual events will also be postponed to align with the in-person events.

The health and safety of our participants, volunteers, and community is our utmost priority and is at the heart of this decision. We also hold deep respect and care for the emergency personnel and first responders who are working tirelessly to protect our community. This postponement may come as a disappointment to some, but we truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these unforeseen circumstances.

(EDITED: We have new dates, March 8-9) At this time, we are actively working with our partners and the city of Los Angeles to schedule and secure a future date for our events and celebrate the Year of the Snake Lunar New Year together. Registration and volunteer sign-ups are on hold at this time. We will keep you informed and share updates via email, our registration site, and our social media platforms as soon as they become available. If you have any urgent questions, please reach out to us at registration@firecracker10k.org.

Thank you Firecracker family for your continued support of the Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Run/Walk and Bike events. We stand with everyone affected by the fires and we look forward to seeing you at the Start Line at a future date, under safer and more favorable conditions.

FIRECRACKER Event Postponement FAQ's

Why is the event being postponed?

The decision to postpone the event was made to prioritize the health and safety of our participants, volunteers, and the community due to the impact of the recent fires and air quality in and around Los Angeles. Beyond safety concerns, we also wanted to avoid causing any further strain on local resources.

Will the event be rescheduled?

(EDITED: We have new dates, March 8-9) Yes! We are actively working with our partners and the city of Los Angeles to schedule and secure a new date for our events. We will communicate the update and information as soon as it is available.

Will my race and/or volunteer registration be transferred to the new rescheduled date?

Yes, all race and volunteer registrations will automatically be transferred to the new date. There is no need to re-register. If you will not be able to attend the event on the rescheduled date, we will provide further options and instructions on our website and via email.

Will refunds be available?

We will provide more information and options when the new date is announced.

Will there be any changes to the course or logistics?

Currently, the format and course will remain the same for all events except for the 50 Mile Bike Ride as it originally went through the affected areas of Altadena and Pasadena. We are already working on mapping an alternative course for the 50 Mile Bike Ride. Any changes will be communicated to participants as soon as they become available.

How will I receive updates about the rescheduled events?

All updates will be sent via email to all participants. The updates will also be shared on our registration site and social media.

How can I assist the local community or efforts that Firecracker is involved with?

Please consider donating to:

• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
• American Red Cross
• California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund
• Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation 

There are several ways to receive special discounts and group discounts before the event. 

Note: Discounts can be only applied once to your registration. However, you can also receive a refund for referrals. See below.

• Register early and get the Early Bird $5 Discount during the first week of registration. 

• Use special promotion coupon which is offered in December.

• Have 10 people register on the same registration and each person gets $5 off automatically.

• Register for 2 events in the same transaction and you will automatically get $10 off the total. 

• Referrals: Have one person register first and have others use their referral link. If a referral link is used for 3 people for the same event, the original person will get $10 back. If it is used for 5 people for the same event, the original person will get $20. 

• Complete the "Contact Us" Form and state that you have a large group (10+) registering and ask for a special $5 group discount code. Provide the names to the registrar.

• Note:  You cannot combine discount coupons. Only one coupon code can be used for your registration. 

Requirements:

If you refer others to register using your referral link (must use your link), you will get a referral refund:

• 3 of the same event registered - $10

• 5 of the same event registered - $20 (This is the maximum you can receive.)

Referral refunds are treated separately from discount coupons codes. You will get a referral refund if the above requirements are met but only one discount coupon code can be applied to a registration. Therefore, you can receive a discount to your registration and a referral refund. 

NO REFUND POLICY - All registration fees are non-refundable. 

MAKING CHANGES TO YOUR REGISTRATION

You may make changes to your registration. You may view and edit most of your information once you have registered for an event. Events, shirt size, shipping address etc. may be updated. Please ensure that your shipping address is correct.

However, you cannot make changes to your subaccounts, people who registered under your account. You would have to contact registration@firecracker.org to request any changes to their registration. 

You may DEFER your registration once per event year to the following year only.

Also, you may TRANSFER your registration to another person or to another event during the same event year. Event changes will incur a cost if the price of the event has increased or if the event changed to, is a different price.

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Screenshot Instructions to Making Changes to Your Registration. You need to log into your Run SignUp account.
 

Step 1 : Click on "Profile".

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Step 2: Click on "Manage Registration".

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Step 3: Select the applicable action item and complete. 

ONLINE REGISTRATIONS ONLY

All registrations must be made online. No paper registrations are available. Online registration remains open until the start of the event as long as the event has not sold out. 

DAY OF EVENT REGISTRATION

Registration on the day of the event may be available during event weekend if the event is not sold out,  at 419 W. College St. Los Angeles, CA  90012.

Note: You may not alter, reproduce, give, or sell your race number to another individual. Doing so will result in your disqualification as well as disqualification of the individual who uses your race number. This policy stays in effect whether you are injured, have an unexpected business or family emergency, pregnancy, act of God, etc. There are no exceptions. Any inquiry regarding this policy will be directed back to this page. All events will be held rain or shine.

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TRANSFERS TO ANOTHER PERSON

When you transfer your registration to another person (You will need their email address); the other person will receive an email and will need to "Claim the Transfer" and then complete the registration. See example of email sent to other person:

Volunteer Sign-Up Link

JOIN A TRADITION THAT IS OVER 4 DECADES OLD!

Volunteers are recruited from local schools, organizations, and programs; and many return year after year to support the local community. There are many different volunteer job opportunities available, from assembling goodie bags, to registering participants, to coordinating entertainment, to providing water along the race routes, etc. Please join the Firecracker volunteer committee to help us provide the best experience possible to the community!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

• Bag Check

• Bike Marshal

• Bike Valet

• Carbo-Load

• Clean-up and Tear-Down

• Course Monitor/Cheer Crew

• Course Set-up

• Dog Marshal

• Entertainment

• Event Set-up

• Goodie Bag Stuffing

• Kiddie Run Helper

• Logistics

• Lunch Distribution

• Medal Distribution

• Pre-Registration

• Refreshments

• Registration

• Rest Stops

• SAG Wagon

• Start/Finish Line

• Store/Merchandise Sales

• Water Stations

Contact volunteers@firecracker10.org

L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) wants you to have an awesome time!

We appreciate you and the time you spend serving. 

T-Shirts: All registered volunteers will be provided a Volunteer Firecracker T-shirt (while supplies last) upon Check In at the Volunteer Booth. 

Breakfast will not be provided on Saturday and Sunday. Please plan to eat breakfast before coming to your Volunteer shifts.

Lunch for Saturday Volunteer Shifts Only: Volunteers will receive their lunch ticket upon Check In/Registration at the Volunteer Booth. Team Leads will dismiss volunteers for a 30 minute lunch break at the designated time, according to your volunteer shift.

Lunch will not be provided for Sunday Volunteer Shifts: We encourage you to stay to explore the Chinatown Restaurants to enjoy the authentic cuisine at the end of your volunteer shift. 

Note:  Bike Race Volunteers, please follow the directions listed on the event website. 

Dress Code: It is an outdoor volunteering event. Please wear comfortable and closed-toed shoes. SANDALS or FLIP-FLOPS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. You may want to bring a hat, water bottle, and wear sunscreen.

Community Service Hours: LACFRC can provide community service hours. If your school requires a specific Service Hour Form to be completed, please bring the form with you. These forms will be signed at the end of your shift by the Station Team Lead or with the Coordinators at the Volunteer Registration Booth.

THANK YOU FOR VOLUNTEERING AT THE L.A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER RUN EVENT!