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Thunderbolt 5k and 1Mile Walk

Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT

Location
Millville, NJ
1 Leddon St, 08332
Type
RUN
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At a glance

Run or walk for a cause on Flag Day, honoring military history and enjoying a festive post-race gathering with beer, music, and food.

  • Festive
  • For a Cause

Who it's for

  • Military & First Responders

Great for: cause-driven runners

Join the Thunderbolt 5k or 1 Mile Walk to support the Millville Army Airfield Museum, dedicated to preserving the history of "America’s First Defense Airport." This Flag Day event encourages patriotic attire and culminates in a lively post-race reception at Glasstown Brewing Company. Enjoy music, an open mic session, and a food truck, knowing that proceeds and a portion of beer sales directly benefit the museum's mission of preservation, education, and honor.

What to expect

  • A flat 5K run or 1 Mile walk supporting the Millville Army Airfield Museum.
  • Celebrate Flag Day by wearing patriotic attire or a military uniform.
  • Enjoy a post-race reception at Glasstown Brewing with music, a food truck, and a complimentary beer for runners 21 and over.

Standout details

  • Supports Millville Army Airfield Museum
  • Flag Day theme: wear patriotic attire
  • Post-race reception at Glasstown Brewing
  • Complimentary beer for 21+ runners

Perks & features

  • Food & Drink
  • Medal
  • Race Photos

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Distances & registration

2 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 1 Miles

    Sun, Jun 14, 10:00 AM EDT · From $22.20

    Opens Feb 17, 2026, 10:37 AM EST · Closes Jun 14, 2026, 6:00 AM EDT

  • 5K

    Sun, Jun 14, 10:00 AM EDT · From $38.10

    Opens Feb 17, 2026, 10:37 AM EST · Closes Jun 14, 2026, 5:45 AM EDT

Vibe Check

Easygoing

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.

The course

  • Flat
  • Timed race
From the organizer

Please join us as we run or walk to support Millville Army Airfield Museum.

Post race reception Next Door at Glasstown Brewing Company Music Open Mic Session Starting around 11:30-noon. Food truck will be available.

It’s Flag Day, Wear something patriotic or a military uniform.

The Millville Army Air Field Museum (MAAFM) preserves the history of the Millville Army Air Field, Millville, NJ, which was dedicated by the U.S. War Department in 1941 as “America’s First Defense Airport.” During its four-year existence, more than 10,000 men and women served here, with 1,500 pilots receiving advanced fighter training in P-47 Thunderbolt and P-40 Warhawk fighter planes. The Museum honors the memory of 14 pilots who died while training at Millville. The museum’s mission focuses on preservation, education and honor.

Swag

Finisher Medals

Medals for top 3 finishers in each category

Pint Glass and Coaster

Post Race Photos

1 Complimentary beer for runners 21 and over

Proceeds Will Benefit the Millville Army Airfield Museum

$1 from each beer sold during the event will also be donated.

Race Hosts: Glasstown Brewing Company and Even Kiel Racing

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