The Firecracker Race will again be held on the Mississippi River on Saturday August 9, 2025. Just as last year, paddlers will race on a 15 mile downriver course from Grafton access to the Alton riverfront (see map below). The race will end at the Alton marina. After the race come to the Old Bakery Beer Company, a short walk or drive directly across Hwy 67 for food and drinks. There we will have the award ceremony and raffle starting no later than 3:30. Also an after race dinner is included for all racers. Pre-registration for dinner is required 2 weeks prior from the race and is part of race registration. For those that cannot stay for dinner, we are offering a performance race T-shirt. Others can order food and drinks directly from the restaurant. Free beer for everyone while it lasts. An optional $5 shuttle is also available for racers.
More Information / RegistrationContact Information Mississippi River Water Trail
info@mississippiriverwatertrail.org