🦅🇺🇸 250 Miles for America’s 250th Birthday Virtual Challenge Distance: 250 Miles (run, walk, bike, swim — or mix them!) Dates: Complete anytime January 1–December 31, 2026 Celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime milestone! 🎉 In 2026, the United States turns 250 years old — the Semi-Quincentennial— and we’re marking the occasion with an epic year-long virtual challenge. Challenge yourself to complete 250 miles across 2026 — however you choose! Run, walk, bike, swim, elliptical, hike, row — any miles count and you can track them over days, weeks, or the entire year. It’s all about moving forward and celebrating the spirit of freedom and resilience that built this nation. 🇺🇸✨ 🏅 Finisher Medal All participants earn a bold, patriotic medal featuring a powerful bald eagle, stars & stripes, and “250 YEARS” proudly displayed. This stunning, UV-printed design will be a collector’s piece you’ll treasure long after the celebration ends. You will get a medal and bib shipped right to you. ✅ Event Highlights
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250 Miles for America’s 250th Birthday Running, Walking, Swimming and Biking Challenge 2026 — Mcdonough, GA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for January 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mcdonough, GA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
