Memorial Main Street Mile

Race Overview

The Yardley Borough Parks and Recreation Board is hosting the Memorial Main Street Mile. Celebrate Memorial Day with a chip-timed 1-mile race on Main Street in historic Yardley Borough to benefit American Legion Post 317. The Memorial Main Street Mile race will begin at Wells Fargo Bank (225 South Main Street) and finishes at the Yardley Friends Meeting House (65 North Main Street).

Registration Information

• Race fee: Includes a t-shirt to all participants that register by April 30th, 2026.
• Kids Race: The race will begin at 7:45 am with a separate start time 7:30 am for children ages 6-14 years of age.
• Prizes: Awards will be given for first, second, and third place based on the age groups. Children that require adult supervision are welcome to register for the adult open mile race.
• Awards: First Place Overall Male: First Place Overall Female, plus gender-specific age groups as follows: 15-19: 20-29: 30-39: 40-49: 50-59: 60-69: 70 plus.

Race Details

• Finish Time: You must finish within 20 minutes for your time to count towards an award. There is a 30-minute course limit for this race.
• Walkers: Walkers and strollers are welcome in this race, and we ask that you start at the back.
• Bib Pick-up: Runners can pick-up their race bib (and t-shirt if requested before April 12) on:
• Location: Saturday, May 16th between 9:00 am and noon at the Yardley Farmer's Market in Buttonwood Park. A limited number of t-shirts will be for sale for $15. PLEASE BRING CASH.

Awards Ceremony

Runners that qualify with an award-winning time can pick up their medals at the finish line during a brief ceremony after the race on the grounds of the Yardley Friends Meeting House.

Parking and Facilities

• Parking: We recommend parking in Buttonwood Park, which is an easy walk from the finish line and a longer walk to the starting line.
• Restrooms: Will be available at the start of the Mile Race by the Legion Post 317 – Please be courteous.

Additional Information

For more details about the race, please visit the race website.