Registration for The Princeton Mile costs $35.00, making it an affordable option for runners looking to test their speed over a short distance. Held in Princeton, Illinois on June 6, 2026, this one-mile running event takes place at 455 South Main Street with a typical start time of 10:00 AM. The mile format offers competitive runners a chance to run fast on a contained course without the commitment of longer distances, while remaining accessible to those building up their fitness.
From the Race Organizer
Join us on Saturday, June 6th for the 2nd Annual "Princeton Mile" road race! Now a Certified Course! IL26001NM The race will take place on Princeton’s historic Main Street, starting at the Apollo Theater and ending at Rotary Park, just in time to enjoy live music, food, and drinks at Rotary Club of Princeton's 5th Annual Shrimpfest! The course is a straight line, fully paved city street. If you are looking to set a personal best time for a mile, this would be the place to do it. The course has been certified, and the race will be chip timed. The first race will feature “elite” runners who will be competing for a $1,000 prize which will be awarded to the first male and female finisher. Both male and female second place finishers will receive $750 and third place $500. In order to participate in the elite race, male runners must be able to run a mile under 4:30 minutes, and female runners must be able to run a mile under 5:30 minutes. The second race is open to anyone wishing to run and have fun! Anytime Fitness of Princeton will offer complimentary assisted stretching and body scans at the end of the race and Miss Betsy's will be handing out complimentary donuts! All paid entrants will receive a race bib/chip, a Princeton Mile t-shirt, a Princeton Mile logo'd drawstring bag, as well as a custom Princeton Mile pin by A&M Products! Awards will be announced on the stage at Shrimpfest immediately following the completion of the second race. Please, come join us and enjoy all Princeton has to offer! This is a family-friendly event featuring live music, food, activities for kids, and the chance to run your fastest mile! Our fabulous Main Street Retailers will also be hosting Princeton's Annual Sidewalk Sales! Age Group Awards Top 3 Male/Female: Junior Division 15 - 19 20 - 29 30 - 39 40 - 49 50 - 59 60 + Elite Division Elite Division - 10:00 am Start time Qualifying times: Male - sub 4:30 mile, Female - sub 5:30 mile Open Division - 10:15 am Start time
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 6.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Princeton, IL.
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
The Princeton Mile 2026 — Princeton, IL takes place on June 6, 2026. The race is held in Princeton, Illinois.
Where is The Princeton Mile 2026 — Princeton, IL held?
The Princeton Mile 2026 — Princeton, IL is held at 455 South Main Street in Princeton, Illinois.
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