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

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 22nd Potomac Street Mile, taking place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the charming town of Brunswick, Frederick! This exciting one-mile out-and-back race honors the beloved former Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech, who made a lasting impact on the community through his dedication to public service. The race kicks off at 9:00 AM with heats for runners aged 12 and under and 13 and over, ensuring that participants of all ages can be part of this memorable event.

The mostly flat course along East Potomac Street offers a fast and fun experience for all runners, with awards for top finishers in both male and female categories. Don't miss the chance to secure your guaranteed t-shirt size by pre-registering by August 15th, and take advantage of the fantastic age discounts for younger participants. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Brunswick Heritage Museum and Brunswick Main Street, further enriching this vibrant community. Join us in celebrating fitness, community spirit, and the legacy of Chief Frech at the Potomac Street Mile!

Organiser's Description

AGE DISCOUNT! CLICK SIGNUP TO SEE THE STEEP DISCOUNTS FOR THE YOUNG-INS!

This race, brought to you by Brunswick Main Street [https://brunswickmainstreet.org/], is a Memorial Race for the beloved Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech. Chief 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/] & BRUNSWICK MAIN STREET [https://brunswickmainstreet.org/]

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 19, 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 GUARANTEED 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 POTOMAC 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...
MAP OF RACE [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

    CLOSED

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

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