First National Bank | YMCA Harrisburg Mile

  • Date Wed 15th July 2026
  • Time 5:00PM EDT
  • Location Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
  • Price Free - $138.80
  • Races 7 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and friendly competition at the 45th Annual YMCA Harrisburg Mile, taking place on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, in the heart of Harrisburg, Dauphin. This year’s event is particularly special as it also marks the 175th anniversary of the YMCA, promising a celebration like no other! Since its inception in 1981, the Harrisburg Mile has been a highlight of the summer, inviting participants of all ages and fitness levels to join in the fun.

Whether you're looking to challenge yourself with the Elite Mile, compete in age group heats, or enjoy a leisurely stroll with friends and family in the Fun Walk/Run, there’s something for everyone! A new addition this year is the Salute and Survive event, honoring our veterans and cancer survivors with a complimentary .25-mile walk. Join us in celebrating perseverance, community, and the joy of running at this fantastic event. Don’t miss out on what promises to be the summer's best mile!

Organiser's Description

WITH THIS YEAR BEING THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK 45TH ANNUAL YMCA HARRISBURG MILE AND THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE YMCA, WE HAVE SO MUCH TO CELEBRATE! THE HARRISBURG MILE HAS BEEN AN ANNUAL CITY-WIDE CELEBRATION EVENT SINCE 1981. DUBBED SUMMERS BEST MILE THIS FLAT, FUN RUN IS PERFECT FOR EVERYONE AND ANYONE.

Not a runner, but interested in moving with your friends and family? Join us for the FUN WALK / RUN!

Ready to push yourself and see how fast you can _really _go? Sign up for a times AGE GROUP HEAT!

Think you're the fastest of all? The ELITE MILE is the race for you!



New to 2026 is the SALUTE AND SURVIVE event to kick off the Harrisburg Mile. We encourage our veterans (Salute) and cancer survivors / members of our Livestrong program (Survive) to come out for the .25 mile walk so we can honor all that you have given, accomplished, and sacrificed. This will be a no cost event for veterans or cancer survivors. _We kindly ask all participants who are walking with them to register on the paid link. _

The summers best celebration will be here in no time! Happy running

Races

  • Fun 1-Mile Walk/Run, Half Pint 1/2 Mile

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (5:15PM EDT)

    $22.00

    This heat is not competitive and not timed and you can start any time during the Fun Run/Walk heat. Choose between running/walking the full 1-mile course or the 1/2-mile course. Both are great options for runners and walkers of all ages!
  • Mile Run - Age Group Heats

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (6:00PM EDT)

    $23.00

    The Mile Run heats are timed. Heat starting times vary by age group.
  • Elite Mile

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (7:45PM EDT)

    $23.00

    The Elite Mile is the most competitive heat of the Harrisburg Mile. The qualifying time for ages 39 and under is 4:40 for Men and 5:30 for Women. The qualifying time for Elite runners 40 years of age and older is 5:00 for Men and 6:00 for Women.
  • iHeart Radio Corporate Challenge

    Incl. $8.80 Fee & Participant Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (6:40PM EDT)

    $138.80

    The Corporate Challenge is an annual tradition of the Harrisburg Mile event. Build a team of runners to participate in one of the Corporate Challenge divisions. It's a great team-building opportunity.
  • Salute and Survive - Veterans and Cancer Survivors

    Incl. T-Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    Free

    Veterans and cancer survivors are encouraged to join us for this free quarter mile walk to kick off the 2026 Harrisburg Mile. *We kindly ask all participants who are walking with them to register on the paid link.*
  • Salute and Survive - Friends and Family

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Wed 15th July 2026 (5:00PM EDT)

    $19.00

    This link is available for all friends and family who will be walking with a veteran or cancer survivor for our quarter mile Salute and Survive kick off.
  • Virtual Mile

    Incl. $3.00 Fee & Participant Shirt

    $29.00

    If you are not able to join us on in person, you can still be a part of the Harrisburg Mile event. Sign up for the Virtual Mile and run on the course of your choice. Race packets will be mailed to virtual participants.

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Downtown Harrisburg, Harrisburg, 17101, PA, United States

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