Magic of the Mile

  • Date Thu 10th July 2025
  • Time 6:00PM EDT
  • Location Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • Price Free - $16.90
  • Races 12 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating evening at the 2025 Magic of the Mile, taking place on Thursday, July 10th, 2025, at the Grand Rapids Christian's Eagle Stadium in Grand Rapids, Kent! This exciting event invites runners of all ages to lace up their shoes and hit the track for a magical experience, complete with F.A.T. timed races. With an array of distances including youth 200m, 400m, and the classic Mile, there's something for everyone.

Registration is simple and accessible, with the event being free for youth participants under 18. Adults can enjoy discounted rates by signing up early, and spectators are welcome to cheer on their favorites at no cost! With awards for top finishers in various age groups, including state championship recognition, this event is not to be missed. Join us for a fantastic night filled with community spirit, fun, and even food trucks! Don't miss the chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration of running!

Organiser's Description

TIME TO LACE UP THE SHOES AND HEAD TO THE TRACK WITH RUNGR FOR THE 2025 MAGIC OF THE MILE! WE WILL AGAIN BE BACK AT GRAND RAPIDS CHRISTIAN'S EAGLE STADIUM, WHICH WILL BE OPEN & FREE FOR SPECTATORS TO CHEER EVERYONE ON. WE HAVE DAY OF REGISTRATION, ONLINE AND ONSITE (CASH, CHECK, OR CREDIT CARD).

The Magic of the Mile will be F.A.T. timed. We will watch registrations to keep the starting line a nice field size. Please keep in mind that as race day approaches, we may need to adjust the heats, depending on the number of registrants.

In 2025, RunGR is excited to offer the following participation costs.

* The Magic of the Mile is FREE for all youth participants (under the age of 18 on race day)
* The Magic of the Mile is $10 for RunGR members who register by 11:59 PM on June 30, 2025. Members should contact [email protected] for the discount code. To learn about RunGR and the full membership offerings, visit www.rungr.com/ [http://www.rungr.com]
* The Magic of the Mile is $15 for adult community members (over the age of 18 on race day) who register by 11:59 PM on June 30, 2025.
* The Magic of the Mile is $20 for all adult registrants( over the age of 18 on race day) who register between July 1 and 6:00 PM on July 11, 2025.

* As in the past, all events are FREE for spectators.

AWARDS

Youth 200M & 400M | Coed Youth Mile

* Popsicles at the finish!

Individual heat awards

* Open and Elite heat winners will receive commemorative awards.

Age group awards

* Participants in the open and elite heats will be competing for the State RRCA Championship overall and age group winner awards. There will be RRCA awards given to the top male and female runners overall, along with the 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ Age Groups. _RRCA overall and age group awards will be handed out after the men's elite heat. _

_**College & high school participants, we recommend you consult with your parents, coaches, and schools to determine if you are able to accept any prizes.

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HOW IT WORKS

This event will be similar to a high school track meet, where the start times associated with each heat are an approximation. The emcee will alert you to when your particular heat needs to be at the starting line. Register for the heat that represents your projected finish time (see below). We will have 1 designed pacer to each open event to help you reach your goals!

-Track Opens for Warm Ups (5:00 PM)
-Bib Pickup (5:00 PM)
-Late Registration (5:00 PM)

- Kids warm up with RunGRs own Coach Woj (5:30 PM)

-Kids 200 meter fun run! (6:00 PM)
-Kids 400 meter fun run!
-Youth Coed 1 Mile*

-Women: 8:00 pace - + (6:50 PM)
-Men: 7:30 - + pace

-Women: 7:15 to 7:59 pace (7:10 PM)
-Men: 6:30 to 7:29 pace

-Women: 6:45 to 7:14 pace (7:30 PM)
-Men: 5:30 to 6:29 pace

-Women: 5:45 to 6:44 pace (7:50 PM)
-Men: 4:45 to 5:29 pace

-Elite Women: under 5:45 pace (8:10 PM)
-Elite Men: under 4:45 pace (8:20 pm)

*The Youth Coed Mile is designed for anyone under the age of 18 who wants to participate in the Mile, but this might be one of their first times running the distance. We designed it to be less intimidating and more relaxed compared to the open heats that are slotted by specific paces. That being said, all open heats are open to any age.

If you have any questions, ASK us at [email protected]. We have opportunities for sponsors and day-of vendors to join in the Magic of the Mile fun, simply email us to learn more.



ON SITE FOOD TRUCKS ON RACE NIGHT

Races

  • Youth 200 Meter & 400 Meter Fun Run

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:00PM EDT)

    Free

    FREE for the future track stars to be cheered on. All participants receive popsicles at the end!
  • Coed Youth Mile

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:15PM EDT)

    Free

    This event is great for anyone under the age of 18 who would like to participate in the Magic of the Mile, without feeling the pressure of having to compete. This event is FREE. Participants from this event are NOT eligible for age group awards. Popsicles will be awarded to all finishers!
  • Women's 8:00 - + Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For women who project their finish to be no faster than an 8:00 minute mile.
  • Men's 7:30 - + Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:30PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For men who project their finish to be no faster than an 7:30 minute mile.
  • Women's 7:15 to 7:59 Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:50PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For women who project their finish to be between a 7:15 to 7:59 minute mile pace.
  • Men's 6:30 to 7:29 Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (6:50PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For men who project their finish to be between a 6:30 to 7:29 minute mile pace.
  • Women's 6:45 to 7:14 Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:10PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For women who project their finish to be between a 6:45 to 7:14 minute mile pace.
  • Men's 5:30 to 6:29 Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:10PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For men who project their finish to be between a 5:30 to 6:29 minute mile pace.
  • Women's 5:45 to 6:44 Pace

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:50PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For women who project their finish to be between a 5:45 to 6:44 minute mile pace.
  • Men's 4:45 to 5:29

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (7:50PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For men who project their finish to be between a 4:45 to 5:29 minute mile pace.
  • Elite Women's Mile (5:45 & Faster)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (8:10PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For women who project their finish time to be faster than a 5:45 minute mile.
  • Elite Men's Mile (4:45 & Faster)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Thu 10th July 2025 (8:20PM EDT)

    $16.90

    For men who project their finish time to be faster than a 4:45 minute mile.

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