The Bridgeport Mile
- Date Sat 16th August 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Price $27.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of community spirit and athletic achievement at the inaugural Bridgeport Mile on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in the heart of Greater Bridgeport, Connecticut! This exciting event promises to bring together local athletes and residents for a high-energy race that celebrates the joy of running. The Bridgeport Mile is designed to inspire high school students to compete in their own backyard, giving them the chance to showcase their skills and prepare for the upcoming season.
Not only does this event offer a unique racing opportunity, but it also supports the Field of Dreams program, fostering a sense of community while encouraging a love for running among participants of all ages. Join us in making history as we revitalize the local racing scene and create a supportive environment for athletes in Bridgeport. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to cheer on the runners and be part of something truly special!
Not only does this event offer a unique racing opportunity, but it also supports the Field of Dreams program, fostering a sense of community while encouraging a love for running among participants of all ages. Join us in making history as we revitalize the local racing scene and create a supportive environment for athletes in Bridgeport. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to cheer on the runners and be part of something truly special!
Organiser's Description
THIS INAUGURAL EVENT WILL NOT ONLY PROVIDE AN EXCITING, HIGH-ENERGY RACE EXPERIENCE FOR LOCAL ATHLETES WHILE FOSTERING A SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND OPPORTUNITY IN BRIDGEPORT, CT BUT WILL ALSO SUPPORT THE FIELD OF DREAMS PROGRAM. [https://www.bridgeportfieldofdreams.org/]
OVER THE YEARS, ROAD RACES HAVE LEFT BRIDGEPORT, LEAVING LOCAL ATHLETES WITHOUT NEARBY COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITIES. THE BRIDGEPORT MILE CHANGES THIS BY OFFERING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THE CHANCE TO RACE IN THEIR OWN COMMUNITY, HELPING THEM PREPARE FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON WHILE INSPIRING A LOVE OF RUNNING AMONG RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES. SINCE 2021, CT RUN CO HAS SUPPORTED BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOLS' CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD PROGRAMS, RECOGNIZING THE LIFE-CHANGING IMPACT OF RUNNING.
OVER THE YEARS, ROAD RACES HAVE LEFT BRIDGEPORT, LEAVING LOCAL ATHLETES WITHOUT NEARBY COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITIES. THE BRIDGEPORT MILE CHANGES THIS BY OFFERING HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THE CHANCE TO RACE IN THEIR OWN COMMUNITY, HELPING THEM PREPARE FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON WHILE INSPIRING A LOVE OF RUNNING AMONG RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES. SINCE 2021, CT RUN CO HAS SUPPORTED BRIDGEPORT HIGH SCHOOLS' CROSS COUNTRY AND TRACK & FIELD PROGRAMS, RECOGNIZING THE LIFE-CHANGING IMPACT OF RUNNING.
Races
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Sub 5 Min Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you run a sub 5 min mile sign up here! -
5-5.59 Min Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you run a 5-5.59 min mile sign up here! -
6-6.59 Min Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you run a 6-6.59 min mile sign up here! -
7-7.59 Min Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you run a 7-7.59 min mile sign up here! -
8 + Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 16th August 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
If you run/walk an 8 + min mile sign up here!
The Bridgeport Mile
