The Revolutionary Mile (Formerly Boom Box Mile) has been run on the parade route of the famous Boombox Parade since 2003. Come on out on July 4th, to celebrate our nation's Independence and to run a fast one-mile race in front of hundreds of spectators. Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation. THIS RACE IS LIMITTED TO 250 REGISTERED RUNNERS Race Day Schedule 8:30 AM Registration Opens 10:15 AM Race Starts 11:45 AM Awards 11:00 AM Parade Start Race Details Race T-Shirts (Must register by 6/18/26) Custom themed race number. Large division awards.See awards page. Professional chip timing. Post-race snacks. USA/TF certified course. Each quarter mile marked. Thousands of spectators. Stay for the parade and America's 250 celebration, one of the most unique in the nation. Awards Top Male & Female overall Top male & female overall are not eligible for division awards. They are eligible for Hometown hero award. Division Awards Top 3 will be awar
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The Revolutionary Mile – At the Boom Box Parade 2026 — Willimantic, CT
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Willimantic, CT.
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
