2300 Plymouth Ave SE, Grand Rapids MI
Thursday, July 9th, 2026
Event Overview
- Date: July 9, 2026
- Location: 2300 Plymouth Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
- Time: Track opens at 5:00 PM
- Registration: Available online and onsite (cash, check, or credit card)
Race Registration Details
- Youth Participants: FREE for those under 18 on race day
- RunGR Members: $10 if registered by June 14, 2026
- Adult Community Members: $15 if registered by June 14, 2026
- All Adult Registrants: $20 between June 15 and July 8, 2026
Awards
- Youth Events: Popsicles at the finish!
- Age Group Awards: Competitors can win awards in various age categories
- RRCA Awards: Top male and female runners in open and elite heats
- Post-Event: Awards given out after the men's elite heat
How It Works
- High School Track Meet: The event will follow a similar format
- Start Times: Approximate: announced by the emcee
- Heat Registration: Register according to projected finish time
- Pacing: One designated pacer for each open event
Race Day Schedule
- Track Opens: 5:00 PM for warm-ups
- Kids Warm Up: 5:30 PM with Coach Woj
- Kids Fun Runs: 200 meter at 6:00 PM: 400 meter afterwards
- No Pressure Mile: Designed for various pacing groups
Additional Information
- Contact: Any questions can be directed to rungrinfo@gmail.com
- Sponsorship: Opportunities available for day-of vendors
- Food Trucks: On-site food trucks will be present on race night
- More Details: Visit Magic of the Mile for updates
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