Family/Recreational Division
The mile is the ideal fitness distance for everybody, regardless of age or ability. We invite you and your family to join us for a 1-mile run/walk through downtown Baltimore! Participants are welcome to run, jog, or walk, as long as they finish within the allotted time. No strollers, bikes, scooters, skateboards or other wheeled vehicles are allowed.
⚡️ 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. Participants must finish the 1 Mile course within 20 minutes. Participants are welcome to run, jog, or walk, as long as they finish within the allotted time. No strollers, bikes, scooters, skateboards or other wheeled vehicles are allowed.
⚡️ 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.