Night of one-mile races takes place July 25
Youth through elite can tackle the distance at Alexander High School

Tackle the most famous track distance at the second Midsummer Mile Fest at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at the Alexander High School track facility in Albany, OH. The night starts with mini-miles and shorter race distances for youth followed by one-mile races for middle school, high school, a community mile and culminating with college and elite races under the stadium lights.

This community and family friendly event features music, concessions, prizes for the top three finishers in each race category and representatives from running shoe brands offering opportunities to test out the latest footwear.

Racers age one through sixth grade can register for free. Middle schoolers and older can register for $10. Additional registration and event information is available at runsignup.com/Race/OH/Albany/MidsummerMileFestival

This event is organized by the Athens Athletics Club (AAC), a registered nonprofit based in Athens, OH, that seeks to empower communities in Southeast Ohio through youth running development and community events. Learn more about the AAC at athens-athletics.org.