The Princeton Mile
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The Princeton Mile : event overview
The Princeton Mile is the second annual 1 mile road race held in Princeton, Illinois on June 6, 2026. The course runs along Main Street, beginning near the Apollo Theater and finishing at Rotary Park adjacent to the Amtrak station. The course is a straight line on a fully paved city street and is certified under IL26001NM. The event will be chip timed.
Two divisions are offered: an elite division with qualifying times required and an open division that is open to runners and walkers. Qualifying times for the elite division are male sub 4:30 and female sub 5:30. Entry fee for each event is $35.00. The elite division awards cash prizes to top finishers, with first place male and female each receiving $1000, second place finishers receiving $750, and third place finishers receiving $500.
All paid entrants receive a race bib with timing chip, a Princeton Mile t-shirt produced by a local Chamber member business, and a Princeton Mile drawstring bag. Anytime Fitness of Princeton will offer complimentary assisted stretching and body scans at the finish area. Age group awards for top three male and female finishers will be given in these categories: 10 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, and 60 and over. Awards will be announced on the Shrimpfest stage following the completion of the open division. The race coincides with the Rotary Club of Princeton 5th Annual Shrimpfest, which includes live music, food, drinks, and activities for children. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
