Magic of the Mile
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Magic of the Mile in Grand Rapids
The Magic of the Mile takes place on July 9, 2026 at Grand Rapids Christian's Eagle Stadium, 2300 Plymouth Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506. The event follows a track meet style format with multiple heats organized by projected finish time and F.A.T. timing.
Events include sprint fun runs for youth and one mile heats for youth and adults. Youth fun run finishers receive popsicles. The Coed Youth Mile is designed for participants under 18 and is offered as a more relaxed mile where participants are not eligible for age group awards. Open and elite adult heats are slotted by projected pace and include separate women and men divisions.
Distances
- 200 meters
- 400 meters
- 1 mile
Age group and championship awards will be given in the open and elite heats as part of the State RRCA Championship program, including RRCA overall awards and age group awards for the 40 to 49, 50 to 59, and 60 plus categories. Pacers will be available for open events.
Registration opens March 20, 2026. Youth entry is free. RunGR members who register by June 14 pay a reduced fee. Adult community registration has a lower fee when completed by June 14 and a higher fee for later registrations. Day of registration, onsite bib pickup, warm up access, and on site food trucks will be available. Spectator entry is free. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.