Frank Shorter Mile and Mustache Run Kids Race 2025

Event Overview

Ring in the New Year with a fast mile! Our traditional Frank Shorter mile will kick off your new year and fire up your competitive drive.

Date: January 1, 2025

Location: Westside Park, 1001 NW 31 Dr, Gainesville, FL 32605

Courses and Pricing

• Course: Frank Shorter Mile
  Distance: 1 mile
  Price: $15.00
• Course: Kids' Mustache Run
  Distance: 800m
  Price: Free

Awards and Prizes

There will be awards for overall men and women and age group winners in 10-year categories for 1st place. A total of $100 in prize money will be awarded to the male and female who breaks the current Frank Shorter mile record.

Race Schedule

• 12:00 PM - Men: 1-mile race
• 12:20 PM - Women: 1-mile race
• 12:40 PM - Kids 9 and under free Mustache Dash (~50 meters)
• 12:45 PM - Kids 12 and under free Mustache Dash (1/2 mile)
• 12:55 PM - The Blue Jeans Mile - Run a mile in blue jeans (must bring your own jeans)

For questions about the event or to join the Florida Track Club, please visit Floridatrackclub.org.