The Revolutionary Mile - At the Boom Box Parade
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 10:15AM EDT
- Location Willimantic, Connecticut
- Price $27.75
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for The Revolutionary Mile at the Boom Box Parade on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the charming town of Willimantic, Southeastern Connecticut! This exciting one-mile race, part of a long-standing tradition since 2003, will take place along the vibrant parade route, providing a festive atmosphere filled with the cheers of hundreds of spectators. With a limit of just 250 registered runners, this race offers a unique opportunity to sprint through the heart of the Independence Day celebration.
Race day kicks off at 8:30 AM with registration, followed by the exhilarating race starting at 10:15 AM. Participants can look forward to professional chip timing, custom themed race numbers, and a chance to win division awards across various age categories. Don't miss out on the post-race snacks and the chance to stay for the grand parade and America's 250 celebration, recognized as one of the most unique events in the nation. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a first-time runner, The Revolutionary Mile promises an unforgettable experience filled with community spirit and patriotic pride!
Race day kicks off at 8:30 AM with registration, followed by the exhilarating race starting at 10:15 AM. Participants can look forward to professional chip timing, custom themed race numbers, and a chance to win division awards across various age categories. Don't miss out on the post-race snacks and the chance to stay for the grand parade and America's 250 celebration, recognized as one of the most unique events in the nation. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a first-time runner, The Revolutionary Mile promises an unforgettable experience filled with community spirit and patriotic pride!
Organiser's Description
The Revolutionary Mile _(Formerly Boom Box Mile)_ has been run on the parade route of the famous Boombox Parade since 2003. Come on out on July 4th, to celebrate our nation's Independence and to run a fast one-mile race in front of hundreds of spectators.
Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation.
THIS RACE IS LIMITTED TO 250 REGISTERED RUNNERS
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:30 AM Registration Opens
* 10:15 AM Race Starts
* 11:45 AM Awards
* 11:00 AM Parade Start
RACE DETAILS
* Race T-Shirts (Must register by 6/18/26)
* Custom themed race number.
* Large division awards.See awards page.
* Professional chip timing.
* Post-race snacks.
* USA/TF certified course.
* Each quarter mile marked.
* Thousands of spectators.
* Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation.
AWARDS
* TOP MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
* Top male & female overall are not eligible for division awards.
* They are eligible for Hometown hero award.
* DIVISION AWARDS
* Top 3 will be awarded in each division
* M/F 12-U
* M/F 13-18
* M/F 19-29
* M/F 30-39
* M/F 40-49
* M/F 50-59
* M/F 60-69
* M/F 70-79
* M/F 80+
* Non-binary
* TOP ZEUS & ATHENA
* Athletes are still eligible for division awards.
* To be eligible, athletes must meet the following requirements:
* Open Zeus (200 lbs +)
* Open Athena (165 lbs +)
* HOMETOWN HERO
* This division is open to current residents of the town of Windham.
* This includes:
* Willimantic
* North Windham
* South Windham
* Windham Center
Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation.
THIS RACE IS LIMITTED TO 250 REGISTERED RUNNERS
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:30 AM Registration Opens
* 10:15 AM Race Starts
* 11:45 AM Awards
* 11:00 AM Parade Start
RACE DETAILS
* Race T-Shirts (Must register by 6/18/26)
* Custom themed race number.
* Large division awards.See awards page.
* Professional chip timing.
* Post-race snacks.
* USA/TF certified course.
* Each quarter mile marked.
* Thousands of spectators.
* Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation.
AWARDS
* TOP MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
* Top male & female overall are not eligible for division awards.
* They are eligible for Hometown hero award.
* DIVISION AWARDS
* Top 3 will be awarded in each division
* M/F 12-U
* M/F 13-18
* M/F 19-29
* M/F 30-39
* M/F 40-49
* M/F 50-59
* M/F 60-69
* M/F 70-79
* M/F 80+
* Non-binary
* TOP ZEUS & ATHENA
* Athletes are still eligible for division awards.
* To be eligible, athletes must meet the following requirements:
* Open Zeus (200 lbs +)
* Open Athena (165 lbs +)
* HOMETOWN HERO
* This division is open to current residents of the town of Windham.
* This includes:
* Willimantic
* North Windham
* South Windham
* Windham Center
Races
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The Revolutionary Mile
Incl. $2.75 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed if Registered by June 18, 2025
Sat 4th July 2026 (10:15AM EDT)
$27.75
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