22nd POTOMAC STREET MILE

  • Date Sat 29th August 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Brunswick, Maryland
  • Price $22.20
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exciting 22nd Potomac Street Mile on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the charming town of Brunswick, Frederick! This spirited event features a one-mile out-and-back race that promises a fast and flat course along East Potomac Street. Runners of all ages are encouraged to participate, with heats scheduled for those aged 12 and under at 9:00 AM and ages 13 and over at approximately 9:30 AM.

This year's race is particularly special as it honors the legacy of beloved Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech, who served the community with dedication and passion. Proceeds from the event will support the Brunswick Heritage Museum and the Brunswick Area Food Bank, making this not only a fun day of racing but also a chance to give back to the community. With affordable pre-registration fees starting at just $10 for ages 8-12, this is a fantastic opportunity for families to get involved. Don’t miss out on securing your race t-shirt by registering before August 15th! Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of community spirit, friendly competition, and cherished memories!

Organiser's Description

Age discount! Click SIGNUP to see the steep discounts for the youngins!

This race, brought to you by Brunswick Main Street [https://brunswickmainstreet.org/], is a Memorial Race for the beloved Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech. Cheif Frech was the Chief of police for the city of Brunswick, MD, from 2009 until his untimely passing in 2021. He was admired and praised for his approach to community policing and did much to upgrade and improve the Brunswick Police Department.

RACE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE BRUNSWICK HERITAGE MUSEUM [https://brunswickmuseum.org/] AND THE BRUNSWICK AREA FOOD BANK [https://www.facebook.com/brunswickfoodbank/]

START & FINISH OF THE RACE:
SQUARE CORNER PARK
1 EAST POTOMAC STREET
BRUNSWICK, MARYLAND

The event is a traditional 1 mile out and back, mostly flat route.

PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES AUGUST 15, 2026 @ 11:59AM

SCHEDULE OF RACES:

9:00 AM HEAT #1: RUNNERS AGE 12 & Under (PARENT ESCORT STRONGLY SUGGESTED FOR CHILDREN UNDER AGE 8)
~9:30 AM HEAT #2: RUNNERS AGE 13 & OVER

AWARDS:
PLAQUES 1ST & 2ND PLACE OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE
PLAQUES 1ST PLACE IN 3 AGE GROUPS MALE AND FEMALE. Three age groups are 8-12, 13-17, 18 & OVER

SHIRTS:
POTOMAC STREET MILE T-SHIRT GUARENTEED SIZE FOR ALL PRE-REGISTERED BY AUG. 15th, FIRST COME FIRST SERVE SIZES FOR RACE DAY REGISTRATION. NO BACK ORDER ON SHIRTS

T-SHIRT SIZES AVAILABLE: YOUTH M, L ADULT S, M, L, XL, XXL

PRE RACE ENTRANCE FEE:
$10 AGES 8-12
$15 AGES 13-17
$20 AGES 18 & OVER

RACE DAY REGISTRATION PRICES (cash, check, or Venmo only)
$10 AGES 8-12
$20 AGES 13-17
$25 AGES 18 & OVER $20

COURSE:
OUT AND BACK ALONG EAST POTOMACE STREET. FLAT FAST COURSE
PARKING IN NEARBY MARC TRAIN LOT & MARTINS CREEK LOT NEAR POTOMAC STREET GRILL
RESTROOMS PROVIDED BY THE POTOMAC STREET GRILL, NEAR RACE START AND FINISH.
Use this link to see map of ONE mile race...
www.plotaroute.com/route/1188331 [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1188331]



RACE SPONSORS INCLUDE:

SMOKETOWN BREWING [https://www.smoketownbrewing.com/] @ 223 W Potomac St, Brunswick, MD 21716

CORNER STORE @ 102 W Potomac St, Brunswick, MD 21716

POTOMAC STREET GRILL [https://www.potomacstreetgrill.com/menu/] @ 31 E Potomac St, Brunswick, MD 21716

Brunswick Main Street [https://brunswickmainstreet.org/]@ 1 W Potomac St, Brunswick, MD 21716

PRESENTED BY:
BRUNSWICK MAIN STREET [https://brunswickmainstreet.org/]

We envision a lively and active downtown that the community takes pride in and improves the quality of life for all.

Our vision is a downtown that serves as the focal point of entertainment, shopping, and tourism for the community. Our downtown will be a place that generates pride among our residents and a sense of discovery for our visitors. Downtown Brunswick has a charm rooted in our railroad culture, canal history, river and mountain resources. People come from near and far to experience this special place.

Brunswick Main Street will be a catalyst in transforming the downtown area into a lively place where it may be common to see folks strolling the streets, shopping, dining outside, listening to music or walking down to the river. Downtown Brunswick will be the place that the community comes together to celebrate our heritage and to engage with downtown merchants throughout the year. With this vision, Brunswick Main Street strives to improve the quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits here.

Races

  • Potomac Street Mile (Age Discounts Available)

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 29th August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $22.20

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1 East Potomac Street, Brunswick, 21716, MD, United States

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