Some tend to believe that there’s not much to do in a small town, but that is just NOT the case in historic Bristol on the Delaware River where there is no shortage of creativity when devising traditions.
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The championship atmosphere of the Mill Street Run and the small town charm always couple together to make a REALLY good day!
Every year, on the Saturday after Labor Day, Bristol Borough’s Mill Street turns into a track, where some of the best runners in the area come to compete in the Mill Street Run.
Are you looking for a local, small low-key race?
Got a need for speed?
KEEP IT LOCAL… Small town races really are the best!
Ready, Set, Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 9th.
More information is here!
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Since 1967, John Vincent Mundy has orchestrated this Bristol Borough event which has become a highly anticipated competition for local athletes.
He exudes the intense spirit and tradition of the Mill Street Run every year on the Saturday after Labor Day, making it “a great experience for all the runners who come to Bristol.” His tireless efforts ensure that things will happen in a big way.
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This flat, fast Mill Street 5K on September 9, 2023 has a definite advantage over any big city counterparts because there is actually space to run your fastest race.
This is the 55th Annual Mill Street Run. It’s time for you to get a little recognition!
Along the way, you will hear the collective pounding of sneakers on the pavement. A spirit of community shines in the faces of the people who stand in their front yard or gather on the sidewalk just to “cheer on” complete strangers.
The top 250 finishers receive medals and awards presented to them in style by John Mundy from the Victorian gazebo in the Bristol Lions’ waterfront Park. Don’t forget to check out the unequaled views of the Delaware River.
Awards go to the top male and female finishers, and the top 3 male and female finishers in these age groups: 14 & under, 15-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over.
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One Mile Run for grade schoolers 8:00 AM
*Open race [and additional HS athletes] 8:15 AM
*ENTRIES: $25.00
Mill Street Run High School Team Information – *Free Registration.
No Entry Fee for High School or their team runners in the Open Races.
Competitions usually include between 14-18 teams.
Girls Varsity [limit 10] 9:00 AM
Boys Varsity [limit 10] 9:45 AM
JV Mixed boy/girl event 10:30 AM
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Special design, long sleeve purple & gold Mill Street Run T-shirts will be on sale for $15.00.
Music will be provided by DJ SirCharles & Race Maps will be available at the check-in table.
Proceeds from this event sponsored by “Raising the Bar” go to the Bucks County Rescue Squad.
Meet up with friends and enjoy the town’s historic charm ambiance.
Stay around for the post- race Bristol Lions’ Club Annual Italian Festival, a family event starting at noon, in the post-card, picture perfect Bristol Lions’ Park along the Delaware at the foot of Mill Street.
Come out for a day of live bands, food, children’s rides, and more.
Enjoy the live music and crafters, and savor sausage, meatballs, pork, chicken parm; all the dishes will be available, fresh and hot.
Even the littlest ones will be busy. Funforevery1’s attractions such as their inflatable Moon Bounce will keep them happy and hopping along.
The entire day has become quite legendary in this town! [Rain Date – Sunday, September 10th]
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Come visit historic Bristol on the Delaware again for another healthy dose of small town America.
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