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America's 250th Birthday Challenge
Includes
Made in America Race Medal and Ribbon
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with the America 250 Birthday Challenge! Get ready to honor 250 years of freedom, history, and the American spirit! The 'America's 250th Birthday Challenge' Virtual Run, Walk & Roll Challenge invites participants of all ages and abilities to join this once‑in‑a‑lifetime celebration of our nation’s founding. As the United States turns 250 years old, we’re calling on families and friends from coast to coast to come together in a fun and meaningful way: complete 250 miles in 2026—your way, at your pace! Whether you run, walk, roll, or gallop every mile you log pays tribute to centuries of perseverance, innovation, and freedom that define who we are. Complete 250 miles individually or create a team and complete with your friends, family, club or co-workers! This is more than a challenge—it’s a national celebration. Join fellow Americans as we collectively mark this historic milestone, showing the strength of our nation one mile at a time. When you reach t
America’s 250 th Birthday Challenge 2026 — Anywhere, VA
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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 Anywhere, VA.
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
- Emergency medical up to $250,000
- Cancel For Any Reason add-on available
- 24/7 real-time support
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