Guardian Mile
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Aug, 2026 (TBD)
1mi
Race Information
Race across the iconic Hope Memorial Bridge with a community of runners, young runners, and elite runners as they race the one mile span of the Hope Memorial Bridge flanked by the Guardians of Transportation. If you are just starting out, need a chance to test your speed, or challenge yourself in a unique road mile, The Guardian Mile is the race to do all of those things. You can be part of the excitement as elites cross the bridge in remarkable times, in a place you can give them a high five after they finish.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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