33rd Annual Firecracker Run/Walk and Bike Ride

When: Saturday/Sunday, February 12-13
Where: Los Angeles Chinatown

Participate in the 30 mile bike ride on Saturday the 12th, the 5K/10K Run/Walk on Sunday the 13th, or both! Either way, you’ll have a great time, and if you use the code LACBC when you register, the Firecracker Association will generously donate $7 to LACBC! Event registration is $30; after January 16, late registration is $37, so sign up now! Add $20 if you want to register for both the Bike Ride and the Run/Walk.

For more information or to register, go to www.firecracker10k.org

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