250 Miles for America's 250th Birthday Running, Walking, Swimming and Biking Challenge
- Date Thu 1st January 2026 - Thu 31st December 2026
- Location Virtual Event
- Price $24.32
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Get ready to celebrate America's 250th birthday with the exhilarating "250 Miles for America's 250th Birthday Running, Walking, Swimming, and Biking Challenge"! From January 1 to December 31, 2026, join the festivities in McDonough, Henry, as you take on the exciting challenge of completing 250 miles at your own pace. Whether you prefer running, walking, biking, swimming, or a mix of any activities, every mile counts towards this monumental milestone.
This year-long virtual event is not only a fantastic way to stay active but also a chance to embrace the spirit of freedom and resilience that defines our nation. Participants will receive a stunning finisher medal featuring a bold bald eagle and the iconic stars and stripes, making it a treasured keepsake. Plus, a portion of each entry fee will be donated to charities supporting veterans, ensuring your efforts contribute to a great cause. So, lace up your shoes, grab your friends or go solo, and let’s make 2026 a year of movement and celebration as we honor 250 years of American history!
This year-long virtual event is not only a fantastic way to stay active but also a chance to embrace the spirit of freedom and resilience that defines our nation. Participants will receive a stunning finisher medal featuring a bold bald eagle and the iconic stars and stripes, making it a treasured keepsake. Plus, a portion of each entry fee will be donated to charities supporting veterans, ensuring your efforts contribute to a great cause. So, lace up your shoes, grab your friends or go solo, and let’s make 2026 a year of movement and celebration as we honor 250 years of American history!
Organiser's Description
250 Miles for Americas 250th Birthday Virtual Challenge
Distance: 250 Miles (run, walk, bike, swim or mix them!)
Dates: Complete anytime January 1December 31, 2026
Celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime milestone! In 2026, the United States turns 250 years old the Semi-Quincentennial and were marking the occasion with an epic year-long virtual challenge.
Challenge yourself to complete 250 miles across 2026 however you choose! Run, walk, bike, swim, elliptical, hike, row any miles count and you can track them over days, weeks, or the entire year. Its all about moving forward and celebrating the spirit of freedom and resilience that built this nation. sparkles
Finisher Medal
All participants earn a bold, patriotic medal featuring a powerful bald eagle, stars & stripes, and 250 YEARS proudly displayed. This stunning, UV-printed design will be a collectors piece youll treasure long after the celebration ends. You will get a medal and bib shipped right to you.
check mark button Event Highlights
Log 250 total miles anytime during 2026
Mix and match activities every mile counts!
Huge year-long motivation booster
Celebrate Americas Semi-Quincentennial with pride
Perfect for solo or group challenges
Includes medal + digital bib
Celebrate History in Motion
Its not every day we get to wish America Happy 250th Birthday!
Lets make 2026 a year of movement, gratitude, and celebration.
Sign up today and get ready for one unforgettable challenge!
It's time to embrace the love for our land and make a difference, as we will donate at least 15% of each registration to a charity that helps veterans.
*Charity Disclaimer:
We are not a nonprofit organization we simply believe in supporting great causes whenever we can. A portion of your race registration is donated to a charitable organization. Over the last 13 years we have donated more than $1 million to charities around the world.
Due to certain legal restrictions, we're unable to publicly list specific charities associated with each event. However, you're welcome to email us at [email protected] for more information on which charity this race benefits and to get a list of our charity donations throughout the years.
What is a Virtual Race?
A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or ev en at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Running and walking on your own, or with friends! And your medal will be shipped directly to you. Complete a virtual 5Ks, 10K, half marathon and more!
Each race benefits a difference charity
For each of our virtual races, we choose a charity to donate a portion of each registration to. Weve already raised more than $1,00,000 for charities from races here at Virtual Run Events! Our goal is to continue to help different charities around the world.
Distance: 250 Miles (run, walk, bike, swim or mix them!)
Dates: Complete anytime January 1December 31, 2026
Celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime milestone! In 2026, the United States turns 250 years old the Semi-Quincentennial and were marking the occasion with an epic year-long virtual challenge.
Challenge yourself to complete 250 miles across 2026 however you choose! Run, walk, bike, swim, elliptical, hike, row any miles count and you can track them over days, weeks, or the entire year. Its all about moving forward and celebrating the spirit of freedom and resilience that built this nation. sparkles
Finisher Medal
All participants earn a bold, patriotic medal featuring a powerful bald eagle, stars & stripes, and 250 YEARS proudly displayed. This stunning, UV-printed design will be a collectors piece youll treasure long after the celebration ends. You will get a medal and bib shipped right to you.
check mark button Event Highlights
Log 250 total miles anytime during 2026
Mix and match activities every mile counts!
Huge year-long motivation booster
Celebrate Americas Semi-Quincentennial with pride
Perfect for solo or group challenges
Includes medal + digital bib
Celebrate History in Motion
Its not every day we get to wish America Happy 250th Birthday!
Lets make 2026 a year of movement, gratitude, and celebration.
Sign up today and get ready for one unforgettable challenge!
It's time to embrace the love for our land and make a difference, as we will donate at least 15% of each registration to a charity that helps veterans.
*Charity Disclaimer:
We are not a nonprofit organization we simply believe in supporting great causes whenever we can. A portion of your race registration is donated to a charitable organization. Over the last 13 years we have donated more than $1 million to charities around the world.
Due to certain legal restrictions, we're unable to publicly list specific charities associated with each event. However, you're welcome to email us at [email protected] for more information on which charity this race benefits and to get a list of our charity donations throughout the years.
What is a Virtual Race?
A virtual race is a race that can be run (or walked) from any location you choose. You can run, jog, or walk on the road, on the trail, on the treadmill, at the gym or on the track (or ev en at another race). You get to run your own race, at your own pace, and time it yourself. Running and walking on your own, or with friends! And your medal will be shipped directly to you. Complete a virtual 5Ks, 10K, half marathon and more!
Each race benefits a difference charity
For each of our virtual races, we choose a charity to donate a portion of each registration to. Weve already raised more than $1,00,000 for charities from races here at Virtual Run Events! Our goal is to continue to help different charities around the world.
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250 Miles
Incl. $2.32 Fee
$24.32
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