The Whippet City Mile will again be run 15 minutes before the start of the 4th of July Parade at 9:45. Harleys will once again lead the runners along the parade route as they race in front of thousands of cheering fans. The Whippet City Mile is open to everyone and is a free event encouraging families and friends to join in together to celebrate and help kick off the parade. This year’s honorary race starter will be Washington Elementary Teacher, Justin Mane.

Arrive by 9:30 on the day of the race to register on site. More information is available on the 4th of July WCM site. The waiver for runners is also available here.

This year’s format will be different as the race will be “self timed”. Runners will time themselves and no bib numbers will be handed out. Water will be available at the finish line and all racers are responsible for making sure they have a signed race waiver before the start. The course will follow the usual route starting on Prince Street and finishing at the crosswalk in front of the Brass Rail.

Information Submitted by Mark Maas