Grand Rapids Road Mile - Presented by Society Track Club
- Date Thu 26th March 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting new tradition in Grand Rapids! The Grand Rapids Road Mile, presented by the Society Track Club, is set to take place on Thursday, March 26, 2026, in beautiful Grand Rapids, Kent. This vibrant event will kick off at 8:00 AM with the Mini Mile, followed by the mile race for the general public, and culminating in an elite mile for top qualifiers. Starting at the corner of Wealthy and Front, runners can expect a lively atmosphere filled with spirit stations cheering them on, commemorative shirts for participants, and plenty of opportunities to achieve personal bests on the road.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event welcomes all paces with a 20-minute time limit for the general mile. Elite runners can compete for prizes with qualifying times of 4:45 for men and 5:15 for women or non-binary participants. With awards for the top finishers in various divisions, age group categories, and an amazing community spirit, the Grand Rapids Road Mile promises to be an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and camaraderie!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event welcomes all paces with a 20-minute time limit for the general mile. Elite runners can compete for prizes with qualifying times of 4:45 for men and 5:15 for women or non-binary participants. With awards for the top finishers in various divisions, age group categories, and an amazing community spirit, the Grand Rapids Road Mile promises to be an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun, fitness, and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
The Grand Rapids Road Mile - Presented by Society Track Club is a new event to Grand Rapids this year. We hope to only grow as the years go by & we invite you to join us in person to create this new tradition.
The 2025 Grand Rapids Road Mile will start at the corner of Wealthy and Front in downtown Grand Rapids Michigan. (use 700 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 in your GPS for our physical location) You can view the tentative routes (we are still working with the City of Grand Rapids to finalize the details) by clicking the distance.
Our race with begin with the mini mile at 8:00am followed by the mile race for the public & ending with the elite mile for those who qualify.
Our running team is so excited to put on this event for YOU! If you have any questions, please let us know by emailing societytrackclub@gmail.com.
ABOUT THE GRAND RAPIDS ROAD MILE:
All Mile Run Event & Elite Mile Run Event participants receive a commemorative shirt. For Mini Mile Participants - they will receive a FInisher's Certificate
Spirit stations to CHEER YOU ON
An opportunity to PR YOUR MILE on the road.
Lots of run clubs and local companies to check out before and after the race.
PRIZES FOR THE TOP 3 FINISHERS FOR EACH DIVISION (Elite / General Public) , overall masters winner and overall non binary winner. Additionally we will have age group award by gender and 5 year age groups.
_Make sure to follow us on Facebook, and Instagram! SOCIETYTRACKCLUB_
_GENERAL MILE: _
* All paces and all people
* 20 minute time limit
_ELITE MILE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFYING TIMES: _
* _ELITE MEN'S MILE _(4:45 & Faster)_
Elite Women's or Non Binary Mile_ (5:15 & Faster)
if you have additional questions reach out to our elite coordinator Noah Wyn at noah@societytrackclub.com
VOLUNTEER!
This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR 5/04/2025!
The 2025 Grand Rapids Road Mile will start at the corner of Wealthy and Front in downtown Grand Rapids Michigan. (use 700 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 in your GPS for our physical location) You can view the tentative routes (we are still working with the City of Grand Rapids to finalize the details) by clicking the distance.
Our race with begin with the mini mile at 8:00am followed by the mile race for the public & ending with the elite mile for those who qualify.
Our running team is so excited to put on this event for YOU! If you have any questions, please let us know by emailing societytrackclub@gmail.com.
ABOUT THE GRAND RAPIDS ROAD MILE:
All Mile Run Event & Elite Mile Run Event participants receive a commemorative shirt. For Mini Mile Participants - they will receive a FInisher's Certificate
Spirit stations to CHEER YOU ON
An opportunity to PR YOUR MILE on the road.
Lots of run clubs and local companies to check out before and after the race.
PRIZES FOR THE TOP 3 FINISHERS FOR EACH DIVISION (Elite / General Public) , overall masters winner and overall non binary winner. Additionally we will have age group award by gender and 5 year age groups.
_Make sure to follow us on Facebook, and Instagram! SOCIETYTRACKCLUB_
_GENERAL MILE: _
* All paces and all people
* 20 minute time limit
_ELITE MILE REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFYING TIMES: _
* _ELITE MEN'S MILE _(4:45 & Faster)_
Elite Women's or Non Binary Mile_ (5:15 & Faster)
if you have additional questions reach out to our elite coordinator Noah Wyn at noah@societytrackclub.com
VOLUNTEER!
This is a great opportunity for school teams, families, and individuals to get involved and help our participants have an AMAZING race day experience.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR 5/04/2025!
Races
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Mini Mile
Thu 26th March 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
Open to ages 12 and under -
Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th March 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$27.50
-
Elite Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 26th March 2026 (11:00AM EDT)
$27.50
In order to register for this event you must be able to run Elite Men's Mile (4:45 & Faster) Elite Women's or Non Binary Mile (5:15 & Faster) With questions, contact us
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