The American Mile
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Longport, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at The American Mile, happening on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the beautiful coastal town of Longport, Atlantic! This thrilling event will kick off at 6:30 PM, starting at the intersection of 11th Avenue and Atlantic Avenue, and will feature a scenic point-to-point course running north on Atlantic Avenue to Pelham Avenue, culminating with a festive finish line celebration.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a good time, this event has something for everyone. Adult registration is just $20 until June 20th, and $25 thereafter, while kids 10 and under can participate for only $15. Be sure to pick up your race packet at the Longport Fire House, where bibs and t-shirts will be distributed on race day from 9 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM.
The day promises more than just a race, as you'll also have the chance to enjoy the spectacular Margate Fireworks show at 9 PM, lighting up the sky in celebration of Independence Day. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to combine fitness, community spirit, and holiday festivities in one unforgettable evening
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a family looking for a good time, this event has something for everyone. Adult registration is just $20 until June 20th, and $25 thereafter, while kids 10 and under can participate for only $15. Be sure to pick up your race packet at the Longport Fire House, where bibs and t-shirts will be distributed on race day from 9 AM to 1 PM and 4 PM to 6 PM.
The day promises more than just a race, as you'll also have the chance to enjoy the spectacular Margate Fireworks show at 9 PM, lighting up the sky in celebration of Independence Day. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to combine fitness, community spirit, and holiday festivities in one unforgettable evening
Organiser's Description
SPONSORED BY THE LONGPORT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE AT 2305 ATLANTIC AVE FROM 9AM-1PM AND 4PM-6PM.
2026 COURSE WILL BE A POINT TO POINT EVENT. EVENT WILL BEGIN AT 6:30PM AT 11TH AVE & ATLANTIC AVE @ THE END OF LONGPORT, NJ. COURSE WILL RUN NORTH ON ATLANTIC AVE TO PELHAM AVE. FINISH LINE WILL BE AT PELHAM AVE.
ONLINE REGISTRATION PRICING
REGISTER BY JUNE 20, 2026
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ADULTS: $20.00
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CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $15.00
JUNE 21, 2026 JULY 4, 2026 (ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JULY 4, 2026, AT 5:00 PM.)
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ADULTS: $25.00
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CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $20.00
RACE T-SHIRT ONLY - $20.00
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REGISTER FOR THE RACE T-SHIRT ONLY OPTION BY JUNE 20, 2026 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT.
RACE DAY INFORMATION
PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE IN ADVANCE TO HELP PREVENT LONG LINES AND DELAYS WITH PAPER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
LOCATION: LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE
2305 ATLANTIC AVENUE
REGISTRATION HOURS:
9:00 AM 1:00 PM (RACE DAY ONLY)
RACE DAY PRICING
ADULTS: $25.00
CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $20.00
BIB & T-SHIRT PICKUP
PICK UP YOUR RACE BIB AND T-SHIRT AT THE LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE DURING EITHER OF THESE TIMES:
9:00 AM 1:00 PM
4:00 PM 6:00 PM
AWARDS
MALE & FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS (TOP 3 FINISHERS)
PRIZES TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
FIREWORKS IN MARGATE - JULY 4, 2026 @ 9:00 PM (MORE INFORMATION _CLICK HERE [https://margatehasmore.com/event/july-4th-fireworks-extravaganza/]_.)
MARGATES ANNUAL JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SHOW, FROM THE MARGATE MOTHERS ASSOCIATION WILL ONCE AGAIN TAKE PLACE ON THE BEACH AT HUNTINGTON AVENUE. BRING YOUR BEACH CHAIRS, BLANKETS AND KIDS. THE FIREWORKS WILL LIGHT UP THE SKY AT APPROXIMATELY 9PM.
RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE AT 2305 ATLANTIC AVE FROM 9AM-1PM AND 4PM-6PM.
2026 COURSE WILL BE A POINT TO POINT EVENT. EVENT WILL BEGIN AT 6:30PM AT 11TH AVE & ATLANTIC AVE @ THE END OF LONGPORT, NJ. COURSE WILL RUN NORTH ON ATLANTIC AVE TO PELHAM AVE. FINISH LINE WILL BE AT PELHAM AVE.
ONLINE REGISTRATION PRICING
REGISTER BY JUNE 20, 2026
*
ADULTS: $20.00
*
CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $15.00
JUNE 21, 2026 JULY 4, 2026 (ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JULY 4, 2026, AT 5:00 PM.)
*
ADULTS: $25.00
*
CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $20.00
RACE T-SHIRT ONLY - $20.00
*
REGISTER FOR THE RACE T-SHIRT ONLY OPTION BY JUNE 20, 2026 TO GUARANTEE YOUR SHIRT.
RACE DAY INFORMATION
PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE IN ADVANCE TO HELP PREVENT LONG LINES AND DELAYS WITH PAPER REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY.
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
LOCATION: LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE
2305 ATLANTIC AVENUE
REGISTRATION HOURS:
9:00 AM 1:00 PM (RACE DAY ONLY)
RACE DAY PRICING
ADULTS: $25.00
CHILDREN (10 & UNDER): $20.00
BIB & T-SHIRT PICKUP
PICK UP YOUR RACE BIB AND T-SHIRT AT THE LONGPORT FIRE HOUSE DURING EITHER OF THESE TIMES:
9:00 AM 1:00 PM
4:00 PM 6:00 PM
AWARDS
MALE & FEMALE OVERALL WINNERS (TOP 3 FINISHERS)
PRIZES TO THE TOP 3 FINISHERS IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS: 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+.
FIREWORKS IN MARGATE - JULY 4, 2026 @ 9:00 PM (MORE INFORMATION _CLICK HERE [https://margatehasmore.com/event/july-4th-fireworks-extravaganza/]_.)
MARGATES ANNUAL JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SHOW, FROM THE MARGATE MOTHERS ASSOCIATION WILL ONCE AGAIN TAKE PLACE ON THE BEACH AT HUNTINGTON AVENUE. BRING YOUR BEACH CHAIRS, BLANKETS AND KIDS. THE FIREWORKS WILL LIGHT UP THE SKY AT APPROXIMATELY 9PM.
Races
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1 Mile Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$27.50
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Shirt Only (NOT Running)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (6:30PM EDT)
$22.20
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