The 2024 RUNway Mile

Friday, June 7, 2024 Past event
6:00 PM EDT
Pottstown, Pennsylvania
$16.90–$24.85 · 2 races
1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exciting evening of racing at the 2024 RUNway Mile on Friday, June 7th, 2024, hosted at the scenic Heritage Field Airport in Pottstown, Montgomery County, PA! This unique event invites runners of all ages and skill levels to partake in a thrilling one-mile dash down the airport runway. Whether you’re a seasoned elite athlete, a spirited amateur, or a child racing for fun, the RUNway Mile caters to everyone, including parents with strollers.

The festivities kick off with the Kids and Strollers race at 6:40 PM, followed by the elite race at 7:00 PM, and age group races shortly thereafter. Participants will enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, food, and community spirit, culminating in an awards ceremony celebrating top finishers in various categories. Plus, all kids receive finishers medals, while elite runners compete for prestigious RRCA 1 Mile Championship titles. Don’t miss this perfect early-summer evening of fun and fitness—mark your calendars for June 7th, and get ready to run!

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  • The RUNway Mile

    Incl. $2.35 Fee & T-Shirt

    6:00 PM EDT

    $24.85

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  • The RUNway Mile (for Kids 11 and under)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    6:00 PM EDT

    $16.90

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Organiser's description

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE 2024 RUNWAY MILE (MAY 9TH)

Unfortunately, the FAA has decided to strictly enforce a rule regarding events on runways. The airport that hosts the RUNway Mile did not submit the proper paperwork on time, so we will have to cancel or reschedule the event.
We have closed registration while we decide on the next steps. Rest assured, whether or not we reschedule, all currently registered runners will be offered a full refund.
We fully expect the RUNway Mile to return to its home at Heritage Field Airport in 2025.

_UPDATE_ (MAY 24TH): AFTER MANY UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPTS TO RELOCATE AND RESCHEDULE THE MILE (INCLUDING AT POTTSTOWN MUNICIPAL AIRPORT) WE HAVE DECIDED TO CANCEL THE MILE FOR 2024. ALL REGISTERED RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE FULL REFUNDS BACK TO THEIR METHODS OF PAYMENT. THE RUNWAY MILE WILL RETURN TO HERITAGE FIELD AIRPORT IN 2025.

Michael Ragozzino
Race Director

KIDS, AMATEURS, AND ELITE RUNNERS RACE DOWN THE RUNWAY AT HERITAGE FIELD AIRPORT IN POTTSTOWN, PA!

THE PERFECT EARLY-SUMMER EVENING OF RUNNING, MUSIC, FOOD, AND FUN!

AND FOR 2024, THE ELITE DIVISION IS ONCE AGAIN AN RRCA 1 MILE CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT!

Elites, Age Groups, and Kids...and now parents with strollers! No matter your age or level of expertise, this race is for you! Race one mile down the Runway of the Heritage Field Airport! Afterwards, stick around to enjoy the awards ceremony, music, food, and fun!

LOCATION: 50 Airport Rd. Pottstown, PA 19464 (Do not enter airport main entrance. Address will take you around the back of the airport to the Picnic Grove.
TIMES: Kids and Strollers 6:40pm, Elites 7:00pm, Age Group Men 7:15pm, Age Group Women 7:30pm
COURSE: One mile down the Airport runway! No one allowed on runway till 6:30pm or after 7:45pm.
Cost: $22.50 on-line registration or mail-in until 6/6/2024. $25.00 adult race-day registration.
ALL KIDS (11 and under) $15.00 on-line or $20.00 race day.

AGE GROUPS: KIDS - 5-under, 6-8, 9-11 Boys & Girls
Age Groups: Adults - 12-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Awards: All kids receive finishers medals, Top 3 overall in each race receive medals. Top 3 M/F in each amateur age group receive medals. Top 1 M/F Elites receive RRCA PA State Championship medals in the following categories: Overall, 40+, 50+, 60+
T-shirts: Free T-shirts WHILE SUPPLIES LAST--REGISTER ASAP.

BIB PICKUP AND DAY-OF REGISTRATION: Bib pickup and day-of registration will take place at the Airport Picnic Grove from 5:30pm to 6:45pm.

SPONSORS: Pottstown Area Health and Wellness Foundation & The Road Runners Club of America

FAQS:
Q: Who gets a T-shirt?
A: T-shirts are available while supplies last!

Q: If I run the stroller mile, do I sign up as a kid or an adult?
A: An adult if you want a T-shirt.

Q: How do I get into the RRCA championship heat?
A: We have no criteria. The heat you run in is up to you. However, each heat will have its own awards. if you run the RRCA championship heat, you will NOT be eligible for amateur awards.

Q: What kind of food/drink will be available?
A: TBD! Check back soon!

Q: Will there be beer this year?
A: TBD! Check back soon!

Location

50 Airport Rd., Pottstown, 19464, PA, United States

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