Thunderbolt 5k and 1Mile Walk
- Date Sun 13th June 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Millville, New Jersey
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Thunderbolt 5K and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, June 13, 2027, in Millville, Cumberland! This spirited event supports the Millville Army Airfield Museum, honoring the rich history of America’s first defense airport, established in 1941. Lace up your running shoes or walking shoes and be part of a memorable day dedicated to preserving history and celebrating community.
The race kicks off at 10 AM, with check-in starting at 9 AM. Participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race reception at Glasstown Brewing Company, featuring an open mic music session, food trucks, and the chance to enjoy a complimentary beer for runners aged 21 and over. Dress in something patriotic or wear a military uniform to commemorate Flag Day! With awards for the top three finishers in each category and unique finisher medals, this event promises to be both fun and rewarding. Join us in supporting a worthy cause and experience a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
The race kicks off at 10 AM, with check-in starting at 9 AM. Participants can look forward to a fantastic post-race reception at Glasstown Brewing Company, featuring an open mic music session, food trucks, and the chance to enjoy a complimentary beer for runners aged 21 and over. Dress in something patriotic or wear a military uniform to commemorate Flag Day! With awards for the top three finishers in each category and unique finisher medals, this event promises to be both fun and rewarding. Join us in supporting a worthy cause and experience a day filled with camaraderie and celebration!
Organiser's Description
PLEASE JOIN US AS WE RUN OR WALK TO SUPPORT MILLVILLE ARMY AIRFIELD MUSEUM.
POST RACE RECEPTION NEXT DOOR AT GLASSTOWN BREWING COMPANY MUSIC OPEN MIC SESSION STARTING AROUND 11:30-NOON. FOOD TRUCK WILL BE AVAILABLE.
ITS FLAG DAY, WEAR SOMETHING PATRIOTIC OR A MILITARY UNIFORM.
THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIR FIELD MUSEUM (MAAFM) PRESERVES THE HISTORY OF THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIR FIELD, MILLVILLE, NJ, WHICH WAS DEDICATED BY THE U.S. WAR DEPARTMENT IN 1941 AS AMERICAS FIRST DEFENSE AIRPORT. DURING ITS FOUR-YEAR EXISTENCE, MORE THAN 10,000 MEN AND WOMEN SERVED HERE, WITH 1,500 PILOTS RECEIVING ADVANCED FIGHTER TRAINING IN P-47 THUNDERBOLT AND P-40 WARHAWK FIGHTER PLANES. THE MUSEUM HONORS THE MEMORY OF 14 PILOTS WHO DIED WHILE TRAINING AT MILLVILLE. THE MUSEUMS MISSION FOCUSES ON PRESERVATION, EDUCATION AND HONOR.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
PARKING: PLEASE PARK AT THE BREWERY
CHECK IN: STARTS AT 9 AM
RACE START: 10 AM
AWARDS: CEREMONY RIGHT AFTER RACE
POST RACE PARTY: 11AM
SWAG
*
FINISHER MEDALS
*
AWARDS FOR TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY
*
PINT GLASS AND COASTER
*
POST RACE PHOTOS
*
1 COMPLIMENTARY BEER FOR RUNNERS 21 AND OVER
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIRFIELD MUSEUM
$1 FROM EACH BEER SOLD DURING THE EVENT WILL ALSO BE DONATED.
RACE HOSTS: GLASSTOWN BREWING COMPANY AND EVEN KIEL RACING
POST RACE RECEPTION NEXT DOOR AT GLASSTOWN BREWING COMPANY MUSIC OPEN MIC SESSION STARTING AROUND 11:30-NOON. FOOD TRUCK WILL BE AVAILABLE.
ITS FLAG DAY, WEAR SOMETHING PATRIOTIC OR A MILITARY UNIFORM.
THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIR FIELD MUSEUM (MAAFM) PRESERVES THE HISTORY OF THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIR FIELD, MILLVILLE, NJ, WHICH WAS DEDICATED BY THE U.S. WAR DEPARTMENT IN 1941 AS AMERICAS FIRST DEFENSE AIRPORT. DURING ITS FOUR-YEAR EXISTENCE, MORE THAN 10,000 MEN AND WOMEN SERVED HERE, WITH 1,500 PILOTS RECEIVING ADVANCED FIGHTER TRAINING IN P-47 THUNDERBOLT AND P-40 WARHAWK FIGHTER PLANES. THE MUSEUM HONORS THE MEMORY OF 14 PILOTS WHO DIED WHILE TRAINING AT MILLVILLE. THE MUSEUMS MISSION FOCUSES ON PRESERVATION, EDUCATION AND HONOR.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
PARKING: PLEASE PARK AT THE BREWERY
CHECK IN: STARTS AT 9 AM
RACE START: 10 AM
AWARDS: CEREMONY RIGHT AFTER RACE
POST RACE PARTY: 11AM
SWAG
*
FINISHER MEDALS
*
AWARDS FOR TOP 3 FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY
*
PINT GLASS AND COASTER
*
POST RACE PHOTOS
*
1 COMPLIMENTARY BEER FOR RUNNERS 21 AND OVER
PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT THE MILLVILLE ARMY AIRFIELD MUSEUM
$1 FROM EACH BEER SOLD DURING THE EVENT WILL ALSO BE DONATED.
RACE HOSTS: GLASSTOWN BREWING COMPANY AND EVEN KIEL RACING
Races
-
Thunderbolt 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sun 13th June 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 NOV -
1 Mile Walk/ Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sun 13th June 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 01 NOV
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