Memorial Day Mile 2026
- Date Mon 25th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Franklin, Indiana
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 8 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Participants can look forward to a memorable experience filled with community spirit, as families come together to honor our brave heroes before the annual Memorial Day Service at 11:00 AM on the Johnson County Courthouse lawn. Each participant will receive a stylish Memorial Day Mile t-shirt and a finisher medal, adding to the excitement of this special day. Be sure to pick up your race packet on Sunday, from 1 PM to 5 PM at the Franklin Amphitheater,
Organiser's Description
PACKET PICKUP IS SUNDAY FROM 1PM TO 5PM AT THE FRANKLIN AMPHITHEATER AND FROM 7:15AM TO 8:30 ON RACE DAY
* The 2026 Memorial Day Mile run/walk is Monday, May 25, 2026
* 1 Mile Female and Male competitive races and 1 Mile Family Walk/Jog/Run
* 9:00am Female Competitive Mile (MUST BE ABLE TO RUN UNDER 10 MINUTES FOR 1 MILE)
* 9:20am Male Competitive Mile (MUST BE ABLE TO RUN UNDER 10 MINUTES FOR 1 MILE)
* 9:40am Family Walk/Jog/Run
* 10:15am Awards
* 11:00am Memorial Day Service on the Johnson County Courthouse lawn
* More participants than any other Mile race in Indiana and the 9th largest Mile race in America. Over 1,000 walkers and runners participated in 2025.
* Connecting thankful citizens with Memorial Day observance by giving families an opportunity to come together in downtown Franklin to walk/jog/run prior to the annual Memorial Day Service
Additional Information:
* Every participant receives a Memorial Day Mile t-shirt and a finisher medal
* Shirt/bib pick up is the Sunday before the race and on race day
* No shirts or medals will be mailed
* Water is provided at the finish of the race
* Restrooms and Porta Johns are located at the start/finish area
* Sorry, no pets are allowed
Races
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Female Competitive (Race #1): Age 18+ Sign Up (10 Minute Mile or Faster)
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$13.72
OPENS 26 JAN 26MUST BE ABLE TO RUN A 10 MINUTE MILE OR FASTER. 1 Mile Female Competitive Race for women and girls only. -
Female Competitive (Race #1): Age 17 and Under Sign Up (10 Minute Mile or Faster)
Incl. $1.36 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$7.36
OPENS 26 JAN 26MUST BE ABLE TO RUN A 10 MINUTE MILE OR FASTER. 1 Mile Female Competitive Race for women and girls only. -
Male Competitive (Race #2): Age 18+ Sign Up (10 Minute Mile or Faster)
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$13.72
OPENS 26 JAN 26MUST BE ABLE TO RUN A 10 MINUTE MILE OR FASTER. 1 Mile Male Competitive Race for men and boys only. -
Male Competitive (Race #2): Age 17 and Under Sign Up (10 Minute Mile or Faster)
Incl. $1.36 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:20AM EDT)
$7.36
OPENS 26 JAN 26MUST BE ABLE TO RUN A 10 MINUTE MILE OR FASTER. 1 Mile Male Competitive Races for men and boys only. -
Family Walk/Jog (Race #3): Age 18 + Sign Up
Incl. $1.72 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:40AM EDT)
$13.72
OPENS 26 JAN 26 -
Family Walk/Jog (Race #3): Age 17 and Under Sign Up
Incl. $1.36 Fee & T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (9:40AM EDT)
$7.36
OPENS 26 JAN 26 -
Volunteer Sign Up
Incl. T-Shirt
Mon 25th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 26 JAN 26 -
Virtual Memorial Day Mile
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
OPENS 25 JAN 26Virtual Race for those not able to attend in person. Results will be included in a separate results page and you can have your shirt, bib and medal mailed to you.
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237 West Monroe St, Franklin, 46131, IN, United States
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