The Princeton Mile
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Princeton, Illinois
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day as Princeton hosts the 2nd Annual Princeton Mile on Saturday, June 6th, 2026! This exciting road race will take place along Princeton’s historic Main Street, starting at the iconic Apollo Theater and finishing at the lively Rotary Park. Runners will have the chance to set their personal bests on this certified, straight-line, fully paved course, which will be chip-timed to ensure accuracy.
The event kicks off with an elite race at 10:00 AM, featuring top male and female runners competing for a total prize purse of $2,250! To qualify for this thrilling challenge, male runners must complete the mile in under 4:30 minutes, while female runners aim for under 5:30 minutes. Following the elite race, the Open Division will start at 10:15 AM, welcoming participants of all abilities who want to join in the fun.
As the race concludes, enjoy the celebrations at the Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest, complete with live music, delicious food, and activities for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the vibrant community of Princeton, with awards presented right after the races. Whether you're
The event kicks off with an elite race at 10:00 AM, featuring top male and female runners competing for a total prize purse of $2,250! To qualify for this thrilling challenge, male runners must complete the mile in under 4:30 minutes, while female runners aim for under 5:30 minutes. Following the elite race, the Open Division will start at 10:15 AM, welcoming participants of all abilities who want to join in the fun.
As the race concludes, enjoy the celebrations at the Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest, complete with live music, delicious food, and activities for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to experience the vibrant community of Princeton, with awards presented right after the races. Whether you're
Organiser's Description
Come join us on Saturday, June 6th for the 2nd Annual "Princeton Mile" road race!
Certified Course! IL26001NM [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=11562]
The race will take place on Princetons historic Main Street, starting at the Apollo Theater and ending at Rotary Park, just in time to enjoy live music, food, and drinks at Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest.
The course is a straight line, fully paved city street. If you are looking to set a personal best time for a mile, this would be the place to do it. The course has been certified, and the race will be chip timed. The first race will feature elite runners who will be competing for a $1000 prize which will be awarded to the first male and female finisher. Both male and female second place finishers will receive $750 and third place $500. In order to participate in the elite race, male runners must be able to run a mile under 4:30 minutes, and female runners must be able to run a mile under 5:30 minutes. The second race is open to anyone wishing to run and have fun. Anytime Fitness of Princeton will also offer complimentary assisted stretching and body scans at the end of the race.
All paid entrants will receive a race bib/chip, a Princeton Mile t-shirt designed and printed by a local Chamber member business, as well as a Princeton Mile logo'd drawstring bag. Awards will be announced on the stage at Shrimpfest immediately following the completion of the second race. For those traveling from Chicago or the suburbs, Princeton has an Amtrak station. The start time of the race will allow for those taking the train from the city and suburbs ample time to jog to the starting line before the races begin. The race finishes at Rotary Park which is adjacent to the Amtrak station.
Please, come join us and enjoy all Princeton has to offer! This is a family-friendly event featuring live music, food, activities for kids, and the chance to run your fastest mile!
Age Group Awards Top 3 Male/Female:
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 +
Elite Division - 10:00 am Start Time. Qualifying times: Male - sub 4:30 mile, Female - sub 5:30 mile
Open Division - 10:15 am Start time
Certified Course! IL26001NM [https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=r&id=11562]
The race will take place on Princetons historic Main Street, starting at the Apollo Theater and ending at Rotary Park, just in time to enjoy live music, food, and drinks at Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest.
The course is a straight line, fully paved city street. If you are looking to set a personal best time for a mile, this would be the place to do it. The course has been certified, and the race will be chip timed. The first race will feature elite runners who will be competing for a $1000 prize which will be awarded to the first male and female finisher. Both male and female second place finishers will receive $750 and third place $500. In order to participate in the elite race, male runners must be able to run a mile under 4:30 minutes, and female runners must be able to run a mile under 5:30 minutes. The second race is open to anyone wishing to run and have fun. Anytime Fitness of Princeton will also offer complimentary assisted stretching and body scans at the end of the race.
All paid entrants will receive a race bib/chip, a Princeton Mile t-shirt designed and printed by a local Chamber member business, as well as a Princeton Mile logo'd drawstring bag. Awards will be announced on the stage at Shrimpfest immediately following the completion of the second race. For those traveling from Chicago or the suburbs, Princeton has an Amtrak station. The start time of the race will allow for those taking the train from the city and suburbs ample time to jog to the starting line before the races begin. The race finishes at Rotary Park which is adjacent to the Amtrak station.
Please, come join us and enjoy all Princeton has to offer! This is a family-friendly event featuring live music, food, activities for kids, and the chance to run your fastest mile!
Age Group Awards Top 3 Male/Female:
* 10 - 14
* 15 - 19
* 20 - 29
* 30 - 39
* 40 - 49
* 50 - 59
* 60 +
Elite Division - 10:00 am Start Time. Qualifying times: Male - sub 4:30 mile, Female - sub 5:30 mile
Open Division - 10:15 am Start time
Races
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1 Mile Run - Elite Division
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 6th June 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$38.10
To qualify for the elite division, mile times must be: - Male - 4:30 or faster - Female - 5:30 or faster -
1 Mile Run - Open Division
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (10:15AM CDT)
$38.10
Open division to any pace runner or walker
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455 South Main Street, Princeton, 61356, IL, United States
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