2026 Melrose Mile
- Date Sun 22nd March 2026
- Time 9:45AM EDT
- Location Melrose, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 6 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Kick off the day with a Kids Fun Run at 9:45 AM, followed by a series of mile heats starting at 10:00 AM. Runners can choose their heats based on projected finish times, with categories ranging from the Melrose Community Mile for those at a 9:30 pace and up, to the Melrose Elite Mile for those aiming for sub-6:00 paces. With prizes for the top three mile times in various divisions and awards for the best costume, this event promises a spirited and competitive atmosphere. Join us in celebrating fitness and community while supporting our local high school track teams!
Organiser's Description
Whether you are looking for a speed challenge, are wondering how close to your high school PR you can get, or anything in between, this is the event for you!
The race will be held Sunday, March 22. A Kids Fun Run will kick things off at 9:45, and mile heats will begin at 10:00 am and will run as described below. All proceeds directly benefit the Melrose High Track teams. Please register for your projected finish time for a 1 mile race. Final heat sizes and times may be adjusted based on runner registration.
Prizes will be awarded for the top three mile times (male/female/non-binary), the best costumed runner/walker, and the top two runners from each age division - Youth (12 and under), Scholastic (13-19), Open (20-39), and Masters (40+).
Schedule as follows:
Kids 400m Fun Run - 9:45 am
Melrose Community Mile (9:30 pace and up) - 10:00 am
Melrose Aerobic Mile (8:00-9:30 pace) - 10:20 am
Melrose Tempo Mile (7:00-8:00 pace) - 10:40 am
Melrose Threshold Mile (6:00-7:00 pace) - 11:00 am
Melrose Elite Mile (Sub 6:00 pace) - 11:20 am
Please note that the race schedule is our best estimate and is subject to change. Information about packet pickup and final heat sheets will follow.
Races
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Melrose Community Mile - 9:30 Pace and Up
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 22nd March 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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The Melrose Aerobic Mile - 8:00-9:30 Pace
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 22nd March 2026 (10:20AM EDT)
$27.50
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The Melrose Tempo Mile - 7:00-8:00 Pace
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 22nd March 2026 (10:40AM EDT)
$27.50
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The Melrose Threshold Mile - 6:00-7:00 Pace
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 22nd March 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$27.50
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The Melrose Elite Mile - Sub 6:00 Pace
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sun 22nd March 2026 (11:20AM EDT)
$27.50
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Kids Run (1 Lap Only)
Sun 22nd March 2026 (9:45AM EDT)
Free
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Location
1 Main Street, Melrose, 02176, MA, United States
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