Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K

Get ready to celebrate Independence Day with a bang at Big Rex's Bottle Rocket 5K on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in the charming community of Dry Ridge, Kentucky! This festive event, organized by Ridge Runners Racing in partnership with Big Rex Fireworks, promises an exhilarating start to your holiday celebrations. Participants can choose between the main 5K event and the shorter 1200M (0.76 mile) Little Rex's Kids Fun Run, making it a perfect outing for the whole family.

The races kick off from the Dry Ridge City Building, with the 5K starting at 9:00 AM, and both distances concluding with an exciting finish inside the picturesque Piddle Park. As a unique perk, 5K registrants will receive a voucher for a free pack of Neon Master Missile Bottle Rockets, while kids in the fun run get a pack of sparklers in their swag bag. Typical race day conditions in early July include highs around 86°F and lows around 65°F, with an 18% chance of precipitation, so prepare for a warm, potentially sunny run. After crossing the finish line, stay to enjoy the post-race festivities at Piddle Park, celebrating 250 years of independence, and you might even win the "Godfather Firework Assortment" in a special drawing for 5K participants.