Nothing is more terrifying than a bride on a mission.  Every year thousands of bloodthirsty brides-to-be wait outside the doors of Filene’s Basement for the infamous “Running of the Brides”.  The result is typically a stampede of bachelorettes and sidekick mothers ready to fight at all costs for the perfect wedding gown.  This vicious tradition was started in 1947 at the Filene’s Basement store in downtown Boston and has since become a yearly tradition beloved by the media for its utter pandemonium.  In case you’re wondering why any woman would subject herself to such torture, you probably haven’t had to cough up the money for a decent wedding dress.  Gowns normally priced from $900-$9000 are discounted to $249-$699, and most dresses disappear off the rack in a matter of minutes.  We’ve put together some helpful tips to put you ahead of the race:

• 1.) Wear comfortable running shoes.
• 2.) Listen “Eye of the Tiger” on repeat while you wait.
• 3). Brush up on your kickboxing moves.
• 4.) Practice trying on dresses until you can do it in 30 seconds or less.
• 5.) Find someone to marry.

Think you got what it takes? The first event kicks off at the Filene’s Basement location in Union Square this Friday. You can find the schedule for other major cities here. Let the force be with you.