Name: Myrtle Mile Race and Festival
Start: 2018-11-03T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2018-11-03T22:00:00-04:00
Location: Historic Pavilion Site

Description
About Myrtle Mile Race and Festival

The inaugural Myrtle Mile Race & Festival event takes place November 3, 2018, in the heart of Myrtle Beach! The event includes a food drive and per-entry donation to aid Hurricane Florence flood victims in Horry County as well as prize money up to $25,000.

A unique night race boasting a flat and fast course, the Myrtle Mile weaves along the iconic strip of Ocean Boulevard and ends with a festival at the old Pavilion site. Races will include walkers, families, pets, runners, pro-runners, and elite runners.

At the end of the race, participants will celebrate with a fun-filled festival, including live music, food trucks, vendors, and beer (for those over 21)!

Races include:

•Fun Run: Perfect for walkers, families, and kids who want to enjoy the race but don’t want to compete.

•Kid’s Competitive: This race is for kids ages 10-17.

•Dog Jog: Bring Fido for the Dog Jog down the Boulevard! All pets are welcome for this race as long as they’re on a leash. Bring your dog, cat, or even your iguana!

•Corporate: Gather up your coworkers and join the corporate race for great team building experience!

•Open Division: This is for all runners who can run under a 10-minute mile.

•Competitive: Experienced runners will compete in this 1-mile race along Ocean Boulevard. This race is recommended for runners who can run a sub 8-minute mile.

•Elite: Pro and elite runners will compete for prize money and bragging rights at the inaugural Myrtle Mile.

Elite Males need to have a time of 4:10 or faster.

Elite females need to have a time of 4:45 and faster.

The prizes for the top Elite male and female runners are as follows:

•1st Place: $1250

•2nd Place: $700

•3rd Place: $300

$25,000 Bonus for Breaking 1-Mile World Record. Prize is eligible for Male and Female Elite Runners. All Elite Runners must be registered by November 1 to be eligible for the $25,000 Bonus. Runners eligible for all prize money must not be on Doping Sanctions list.