Mile High Mile
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 3:00PM MDT
- Location Boulder, Colorado
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 9 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of racing at the Mile High Mile, taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Boulder High School in the vibrant city of Boulder, Colorado! This thrilling event marks its 8th season and promises a high-energy atmosphere for runners of all ages and abilities. With a new format designed for accessibility and fun, participants can look forward to a community-driven experience focused on personal bests.
The event kicks off at 3:00 PM and features a variety of race distances, including the exciting 1/2 mile for kids, along with heats for middle schoolers and open competitors. The day culminates in an electrifying elite showdown, with top male and female milers chasing their dreams of sub-4:30 and sub-4:00 finishes, all under the dazzling stadium lights. With lively music, enthusiastic crowds, and an exhilarating ambiance, the Mile High Mile is not just a race—it's a celebration of community and sport that you won't want to miss!
The event kicks off at 3:00 PM and features a variety of race distances, including the exciting 1/2 mile for kids, along with heats for middle schoolers and open competitors. The day culminates in an electrifying elite showdown, with top male and female milers chasing their dreams of sub-4:30 and sub-4:00 finishes, all under the dazzling stadium lights. With lively music, enthusiastic crowds, and an exhilarating ambiance, the Mile High Mile is not just a race—it's a celebration of community and sport that you won't want to miss!
Organiser's Description
THE BOULDER ROAD RUNNER'S MILE HIGH MILE PRESENTED BY SARA VAUGHN AT LIV SOTHEBY'S
Saturday, May 23 | Boulder High School
The Mile High Mile is back for its 8th seasonbringing a high-energy night of racing to Boulder for runners of all ages and abilities.
This year, were introducing a new format designed to make the event more accessible, more flexible, and more funwhether you're chasing a PR or just showing up to run a mile with your crew.
3:00 PM 6:30 PM | YOUR TURN ON THE TRACK
Four laps. One goal. Infinite energy. Join the community for a series of seeded heats where the focus is on personal bests and pure fun
Inclusive Racing: Heats for Kids, High Schoolers, and Open/Masters athletes.
Pro Standards: Officially timed (FAT) for the serious competitors, but cheered on by the loudest crowd in Boulder for the fun-seekers.
* 3- 4:00 Open Community Waves
* 4:00 Kids 1/2 Mile
* 4:15 Middle School boys
* 4:30 MS girls
* 4:45 Teri Leiker Memorial Mile
* 5:15 Open Competitive Wave 1
* 5:30 Open Competitive wave faster
* 5:45 NATIONAL ANTHEM WITH CODY QUALLS from FACE Vocal Band
* 6:00 HS Girls
* 6:15 HS Boys
* 6:30 Wheelchair Exhibition Race
* 6:45 The Great Harvest Womens Elite Race
* 7:00 pm The Great Harvest Mens Elite
6:45 PM 7:15 PM | THE GRAND FINALE: ELITE SHOWDOWN
The energy hits its peak as the sun sets and the fastest milers in the region take the track. After your race, grab a front-row spot on the rail to witness the speed of the pros.
6:45 PM Great Harvest Womens Elite Mile: Watch as top local and national talent chase the sub-4:30 dream with time bonus payouts.
7:00 PM Great Harvest Mens Elite Mile: Experience the roar of the crowd as the men aim for a sub-4:00 clocking under the stadium lights.
Stay for the Magic: High-octane music, professional intros, and an electric atmosphere you wont find anywhere else in Colorado.
Saturday, May 23 | Boulder High School
The Mile High Mile is back for its 8th seasonbringing a high-energy night of racing to Boulder for runners of all ages and abilities.
This year, were introducing a new format designed to make the event more accessible, more flexible, and more funwhether you're chasing a PR or just showing up to run a mile with your crew.
3:00 PM 6:30 PM | YOUR TURN ON THE TRACK
Four laps. One goal. Infinite energy. Join the community for a series of seeded heats where the focus is on personal bests and pure fun
Inclusive Racing: Heats for Kids, High Schoolers, and Open/Masters athletes.
Pro Standards: Officially timed (FAT) for the serious competitors, but cheered on by the loudest crowd in Boulder for the fun-seekers.
* 3- 4:00 Open Community Waves
* 4:00 Kids 1/2 Mile
* 4:15 Middle School boys
* 4:30 MS girls
* 4:45 Teri Leiker Memorial Mile
* 5:15 Open Competitive Wave 1
* 5:30 Open Competitive wave faster
* 5:45 NATIONAL ANTHEM WITH CODY QUALLS from FACE Vocal Band
* 6:00 HS Girls
* 6:15 HS Boys
* 6:30 Wheelchair Exhibition Race
* 6:45 The Great Harvest Womens Elite Race
* 7:00 pm The Great Harvest Mens Elite
6:45 PM 7:15 PM | THE GRAND FINALE: ELITE SHOWDOWN
The energy hits its peak as the sun sets and the fastest milers in the region take the track. After your race, grab a front-row spot on the rail to witness the speed of the pros.
6:45 PM Great Harvest Womens Elite Mile: Watch as top local and national talent chase the sub-4:30 dream with time bonus payouts.
7:00 PM Great Harvest Mens Elite Mile: Experience the roar of the crowd as the men aim for a sub-4:00 clocking under the stadium lights.
Stay for the Magic: High-octane music, professional intros, and an electric atmosphere you wont find anywhere else in Colorado.
Races
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Community Races - All Ages, All Speeds
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (3:00PM MDT)
$11.60
CLOSEDThis will be moving into the open events this day -
Kids 1/2 Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (4:30PM MDT)
$11.60
CLOSED -
Teri Leiker Memorial Mile
Sat 23rd May 2026 (4:45PM MDT)
Free
CLOSEDPlease join us in celebrating the life of Teri Leiker. This is a free run or walk to honor Teri's memory https://boulderroadrunners.org/memorial-mile-honors-teri-leiker-others-lost-in-king-soopers-shooting/ -
Middle School Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (5:15PM MDT)
$11.60
CLOSED -
Open Competitive Waves
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (5:30PM MDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDWe will run at least 2 Open events. 5:30 or slower and 5:30 and faster. If there is a huge sign up for more open events, we will separate by seed times. -
High School Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (6:00PM MDT)
$11.60
CLOSED -
Wheelchair Race
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (6:30PM MDT)
$22.20
CLOSED -
Elite Invitational
Sat 23rd May 2026 (6:45PM MDT)
Free
CLOSED -
Elite Open
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 23rd May 2026 (6:45PM MDT)
$27.50
CLOSEDWe have 2 heats this year. The elite Invitational is by invitation only but we still have the fastest races in the state. You are welcome to reach out to our elite coordinator, Jake Derouin jake@boulderroadrunners.org
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