BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN

Date
August 7, 2026
Location
Plainfield, IN
Venue
Plainfield Friends Meeting Park
Start Time
7:00 PM
Entry Fee
$15.00 – $30.00
Events
Mile Walk, Mile Run, Shirt Purchase ONLY
Includes
T-Shirt
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On August 7, 2026, the BENefit Mile takes place in Plainfield, Indiana at Plainfield Friends Meeting Park. This 1-mile running event starts at 7:00 PM and offers both in-person and virtual participation options, giving you flexibility in how you compete. Entry fees range from $15 to $30. Whether you're training for a longer event or looking for a quick evening run, this race provides a straightforward distance at an accessible price point. The virtual option makes it convenient if travel to Plainfield doesn't fit your schedule.

From the Race Organizer
The ninth annual BENefit Mile will take place on Friday, August 7, 2026 in Plainfield, Indiana at 7:00 p.m.. This net downhill race will begin on Buchanan Street and finish in downtown Plainfield near the Plainfield Friends Meeting off of East Street. This event features a unique opportunity for seasoned runners to tackle a fast, shorter race than the typical road run, and will also appeal to those just starting out with running (walkers are also encouraged to participate)! The BENefit Mile will separate into corrals based on estimated finish times. Stick around after the races for post-race festivities! The BENefit Mile will raise funds for the Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St. Vincent in memory of Ben Harmon, a Hendricks County resident and runner and who passed away in July of 2018 of Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Ben’s optimism and genuine positivity towards everyone, as well as his fight against his cancer was incredibly inspiring. This race will raise funds to help the Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases support other patients and families in their fight against cancer as well. Shirt Guarantee: 7/24/26 To learn more about Ben’s story, please visit the link below: www.indystar.com/story/sports/columnists/gregg-doyel/2018/06/14/doyel-cancer-getting-run-its-money-ex-avon-track-star-ben-harmon/690495002/

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN?

BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN takes place on August 7, 2026. The race is held in Plainfield, Indiana.

Where is BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN held?

BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN is held at Plainfield Friends Meeting Park in Plainfield, Indiana.

Where can I find hotels near BENefit Mile 2026 — Plainfield, IN?

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