Elite Division
To be considered for the Elite Mile and to be eligible for the prize purse, you must provide proof of a qualifying finishing time from a previous race. Please see qualifying standards below. If you have not met these standards, an equivalent time from a similar event distance may be submitted and approved on a case-by-case basis. Qualifying performances must be submitted by July 1st, 2020 to be considered.
⚡️ QUALIFYING TIMES
- Elite Men: 4:45
- Elite Women: 5:35
NOTE: A maximum of 25 athletes will be accepted into each elite field. Meeting the qualifying marks does not guarantee acceptance into the elite competition.
To apply:
- Register for the Competitive Division.
- Click on the button below and complete the Elite Application.
You will be notified on or before July 20th if you have been accepted into the elite race.
Questions? Email info@bigrunmedia.com.
⚡️ REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- Commemorative Under Armour Race T-Shirt ($30 value)
- Commemorative Enamel Speed Pin*
- Custom Finisher's Medal
- Access to the post-race party (all ages)
- Two (2) complimentary beers (must be 21+ w/ ID)
*Speed pin is awarded to all finishers who complete the course in under 9 minutes.
⚡️ THE COURSE
A true celebration of Baltimore, The Big Mile is a blazing fast, downhill course that will lead you straight through the heart of the city. With a start near the Washington Monument, runners will race down Charles Street to a finish on Pratt at the Inner Harbor. Featuring cash prizes and a wave start, this an event for everyone, from elite runners to walkers. All finishers will snag a custom Under Armour premium and commemorative race medal, plus two beverage tickets for our slamming summer after-party featuring live music, food and local breweries, including Mobtown Brewing Company.
⚡️ SCHEDULE OF EVENTS*
- START: 5:00 p.m.
- Wave 1: 5:00 p.m. | Family / Recreational
- Wave 2: 5:30 p.m. | M/F 50-99
- Wave 3: 5:45 p.m. | M/F 40-49
- Wave 4: 6:00 p.m. | M/F 30-39
- Wave 5: 6:15 p.m. | M/F 29 and under
- Wave 6: 6:30 p.m. | Elite Women
- Wave 7: 6:45 p.m. | Elite Men
- Award Ceremony: 7:00 p.m
*Times and start waves subject to change.
This is a chip-timed event.
⚡️ THE AFTER-PARTY
The after-party (a.k.a the best part)! After completing the race, all participants are invited to celebrate their mile at the Inner Harbor for the family-friendly, post-race party. There will be bands, food, and of course beer!* The after-party will also feature a specially brewed beer just for The Big Mile!
*Please Drink Responsibly
⚡️ BIB & PACKET PICK UP
Information regarding bib pick up is TBA!
⚡️ VOLUNTEER
Interested in joining in on the fun and supporting the community? We will have volunteer opportunities available soon.
