Newtown Savings Bank Mile Down the Pike
- Date Sun 25th May 2025
- Time 12:30PM EDT
- Location Monroe, Connecticut
- Price $16.90 - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athleticism at the Newtown Savings Bank Mile Down the Pike, taking place on Sunday, May 25th, 2025, in Monroe, Greater Bridgeport! This thrilling one-mile road race offers participants a unique opportunity to sprint down the Monroe Turnpike along the same route as the beloved Monroe Memorial Day parade. With the race kicking off at Firemen's Field and concluding at the Elm Street and Cross Hill intersection, runners will experience the exhilarating atmosphere of being cheered on by enthusiastic parade crowds.
The race is set to begin at 12:30 PM, after check-in starts at 11 AM. Whether youβre a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate the holiday, the Mile Down the Pike is the perfect event for you! To secure a T-shirt, make sure to register early, as they are guaranteed to the first 150 participants. Prizes will be awarded for age groups as well as to the top three male and female finishers, making this a competitive yet fun-filled event. Don't miss out on this incredible day of racing and community celebration!
The race is set to begin at 12:30 PM, after check-in starts at 11 AM. Whether youβre a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to celebrate the holiday, the Mile Down the Pike is the perfect event for you! To secure a T-shirt, make sure to register early, as they are guaranteed to the first 150 participants. Prizes will be awarded for age groups as well as to the top three male and female finishers, making this a competitive yet fun-filled event. Don't miss out on this incredible day of racing and community celebration!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the Newtown Savings Bank Mile Down the Pike, a one mile road race. The route proceeds down Monroe Turnpike along the Monroe Memorial Day parade route AFTER the roads close, but before the parade begins. A swift mile downhill, this event is on the same route as the Monroe Memorial Day parade. Enjoy a quick mile race starting at Firemen's Field and ending at Elm Street and Cross Hill intersection. Be cheered on as the crowds gather for the parade. Don't miss this fun event! You should be able to do a mile in 15 minutes or less to sign up for this race. THIS IS A TIMED ROAD RACE.
Race will be held rain or shine. In the event the parade is cancelled, the race will be moved to an alternate location. In the event of severe weather the race will be cancelled. No refunds will be issued in the event of cancellation or change in location. ANY CHANGES BASED ON INCLEMENT WEATHER WILL BE MADE BY 10:15AM ON RACE DAY AND COMMUNICATED VIA EMAIL AND SOCIAL MEDIA TO ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS.
T shirts guaranteed to the first 150 registrants. Age group prizes will be awarded along with 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female finishers.
SCHEDULE:
SUNDAY, MAY 25: 11am - Race Check In Begins
Park and Check In at Monroe's Firemen's Field (706 Monroe Turnpike, enter from Route 110)
Race Day Registration Available via mobile device with credit card ONLY
12:15 - Race Checkin Closes, Walk to Start Line
12:30 - Race Begins
12:35 - Refreshments Available at Finish Line (450 Monroe Turnpike)
12:55 - Grab and Go Age Group Awards at Finish Line
1:00 - Monroe's Memorial Day Parade Begins
Race will be held rain or shine. In the event the parade is cancelled, the race will be moved to an alternate location. In the event of severe weather the race will be cancelled. No refunds will be issued in the event of cancellation or change in location. ANY CHANGES BASED ON INCLEMENT WEATHER WILL BE MADE BY 10:15AM ON RACE DAY AND COMMUNICATED VIA EMAIL AND SOCIAL MEDIA TO ALL REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS.
T shirts guaranteed to the first 150 registrants. Age group prizes will be awarded along with 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female finishers.
SCHEDULE:
SUNDAY, MAY 25: 11am - Race Check In Begins
Park and Check In at Monroe's Firemen's Field (706 Monroe Turnpike, enter from Route 110)
Race Day Registration Available via mobile device with credit card ONLY
12:15 - Race Checkin Closes, Walk to Start Line
12:30 - Race Begins
12:35 - Refreshments Available at Finish Line (450 Monroe Turnpike)
12:55 - Grab and Go Age Group Awards at Finish Line
1:00 - Monroe's Memorial Day Parade Begins
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