Revolutionary Mile

Back the Mile That Moved a Nation

Revolutionary Mile | October 15, 2026

S. Warren & W. Front Streets, Downtown Trenton

⏰ 4:00 PM Check-In | 5:00 PM Race Start

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Be a Revolutionary Team

Gather your crew. Lace up your shoes. And leave your mark on Trenton's storied streets. Whether you sprint for glory or jog with purpose, you'll be part of a movement that celebrates resilience, unity and local pride.

Running — Compete for the fastest combined time, relying on precision, teamwork and determination.

Historic Footstep Walkers — Follow the same route at a more reflective pace, guided by storytelling prompts and historical markers that highlight Trenton’s pivotal role in American history.

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How To Sign Up

Given the business-to-business nature of the event, companies participate by creating Company/Organization Teams. Individuals can participate on a TDA team. Each company designates at least one Team Captain to serve as a primary point of contact, responsible for communicating with their colleagues, encouraging registration, and planning post-race Hospitality experiences.

Select a team captain

Choose a team name

Receive $20 back. Save your referral code and send it to friends...it's that easy! 

4 friends must register to receive the $20 cash back credit. 

Communicate with team members (Individual runners welcome!)

Runners: choose George or Martha’s team

Historic Footsteps: choose William (Trent) or Sarah’s team

Highlights

Fast-paced team format for runners and history lovers alike

Yellow umbrellas guide participants through key heritage sites

The Nation's 250th celebration comes alive—activating commerce and deepening downtown Trenton's historic resonance

Perfect for corporate teams, community groups, colleges, high schools, and local and state government offices

Each participant receives a $10 gift card toward purchases in downtown Trenton at participating businesses if registered before October 5

This event is more than a race—it's a rally for civic pride, wellness and community connection!

About the Event

Step back in time while racing toward victory! The Revolutionary Mile is an exciting competition where speed meets strategy. Teams of Runners and History Enthusiasts push their limits on a fast, thrilling, 1½-mile-long course weaving through the heart of Trenton's historic downtown. With cobblestone streets, iconic landmarks and scenic heritage sites lining the route, every stride is a journey through time.

The streets will be adorned with yellow umbrellas serving as markers that highlight each historic site along the route and throughout downtown Trenton. Participants will follow in Historic Footsteps as they journey through the course, discovering the rich significance of Trenton's past.

This high-energy race demands teamwork, precision and competitive spirit as participants work together to clock the best combined time. Relive the excitement by watching last year’s full highlight video, then rally your crew and get ready to make your mark on the 2026 course.

▶ Watch the 2025 Revolutionary Mile

Racing for a Cause—Interested in sponsoring the Revolutionary Mile?

Contact us at revmile@trenton-downtown.com with any questions or to secure your sponsorship today!

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