Princeton Area Chamber to host Princeton Mile race June 7

Registration remains open for the inaugural “Princeton Mile” race at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 7, at the Apollo Theater, 455 S. Main St., Princeton.

The race, hosted by Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce, offers a one-of-a-kind experience for both competitive runners and participants wanting to have fun. A $1,000 prize will be awarded to one female and one male runner registered in the elite category.

The Elite Division is open to male runners who have run a 5-minute mile and for female runners, who have ran a 5:36 or faster mile. Princeton native Collin Mickow, a world-caliber runner, is signed up to run in his hometown.

The race route begins at the theater and ends at Rotary Park. Every participant who crosses the finish line will receive a complimentary doughnut from Miss Betsy’s bakery.

The Princeton Mile is the same day as the Princeton Rotary Club’s fourth annual Shrimpfest, which will be from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Rotary Park. The mile experience will lead participants into the event. Princeton Main Street retailers also will hold sidewalk sales Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7.

For information or to register online, visit raceroster.com/events/2025/99157/princeton-mile 2025.

Registration may be done in person from 3 to 6 p.m. and from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturday next to the Apollo