Olympia Mile and Festival
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 9:00AM PDT
- Location Olympia, Washington
- Price Free
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Olympia Mile and Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Olympia, Thurston! This vibrant community event features a fun 1-mile bike, run, and walk down Capitol Blvd, culminating in a lively festival at Sylvester Park. Participants can choose to take part in a competitive mile race for those looking to clock their best time, while casual bikers, runners, and walkers can enjoy the scenic route.
The festivities kick off at 9:00 AM with bikers, followed by runners at 9:15 AM and walkers at 9:20 AM, with Capitol Blvd closed to traffic until 10:30 AM for a safe and enjoyable experience. The festival at Sylvester Park runs from 9 AM to 12 PM and will feature local groups, clubs, and teams showcasing the wealth of sporting activities in Olympia, alongside delicious food trucks and exciting giveaways. Registration is free, but be sure to sign up to participate in the bike/run/walk! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to engage with your community and celebrate physical activity in a fun and festive atmosphere!
The festivities kick off at 9:00 AM with bikers, followed by runners at 9:15 AM and walkers at 9:20 AM, with Capitol Blvd closed to traffic until 10:30 AM for a safe and enjoyable experience. The festival at Sylvester Park runs from 9 AM to 12 PM and will feature local groups, clubs, and teams showcasing the wealth of sporting activities in Olympia, alongside delicious food trucks and exciting giveaways. Registration is free, but be sure to sign up to participate in the bike/run/walk! Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to engage with your community and celebrate physical activity in a fun and festive atmosphere!
Organiser's Description
THE OLYMPIA MILE AND FESTIVAL
THIS IS A FUN 1 MILE BIKE, RUN, WALK DOWN CAPITOL BLVD AND FINISHING AT SYLVESTER PARK FOR THE FESTIVAL WHERE PEOPLE WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET LOCAL GROUPS, CLUBS AND TEAMS INVOLVED IN DIFFERENT SPORTING ACTIVITIES. THERE IS AN OPTION FOR A "COMPETITIVE MILE RACE" FOR RUNNERS WHO WANT TO RUN FAST AND RECEIVE A TIME.
THE GOAL OF THE EVENT IS TO HIGHLIGHT ALL OF THE WONDERFUL CLUBS, GROUPS, TEAMS THAT OLYMPIA HAS TO OFFER THAT ENCOURAGE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND FOSTER SOCIAL CONNECTION. A PORTION OF CAPITOL BLVD WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC DURING THE EVENT.
THE EVENT IS FREE FOR ALL, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BIKE/RUN/WALK.
THERE WILL BE FOOD TRUCKS, GIVEAWAYS, GREAT COMMUNITY AND FUN.
BE SURE TO CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES TO THE EVENT.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
BIKES ROLL AT 9:00 AM
RUNNERS START AT 9:15 AM
WALKERS AT 9:20 AM
THE ROAD WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL 10:30 AM.
FESTIVAL IN SYLVESTER PARK FROM 9 AM TO 12 PM.
If you are a club or a team interested in having a tent at Sylvester Park, email us at clubolyroadrunners@gmail.com.
THIS IS A FUN 1 MILE BIKE, RUN, WALK DOWN CAPITOL BLVD AND FINISHING AT SYLVESTER PARK FOR THE FESTIVAL WHERE PEOPLE WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET LOCAL GROUPS, CLUBS AND TEAMS INVOLVED IN DIFFERENT SPORTING ACTIVITIES. THERE IS AN OPTION FOR A "COMPETITIVE MILE RACE" FOR RUNNERS WHO WANT TO RUN FAST AND RECEIVE A TIME.
THE GOAL OF THE EVENT IS TO HIGHLIGHT ALL OF THE WONDERFUL CLUBS, GROUPS, TEAMS THAT OLYMPIA HAS TO OFFER THAT ENCOURAGE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND FOSTER SOCIAL CONNECTION. A PORTION OF CAPITOL BLVD WILL BE CLOSED TO TRAFFIC DURING THE EVENT.
THE EVENT IS FREE FOR ALL, BUT YOU MUST REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE BIKE/RUN/WALK.
THERE WILL BE FOOD TRUCKS, GIVEAWAYS, GREAT COMMUNITY AND FUN.
BE SURE TO CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES TO THE EVENT.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
BIKES ROLL AT 9:00 AM
RUNNERS START AT 9:15 AM
WALKERS AT 9:20 AM
THE ROAD WILL BE CLOSED UNTIL 10:30 AM.
FESTIVAL IN SYLVESTER PARK FROM 9 AM TO 12 PM.
If you are a club or a team interested in having a tent at Sylvester Park, email us at clubolyroadrunners@gmail.com.
Races
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Olympia Mile Bike Ride
Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:00AM PDT)
Free
Casual 1 mile bike ride along a closed section of Capitol Way starting at 24th St and finishing at Sylvester Park. -
Olympia Mile Competitive Run
Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:15AM PDT)
Free
This is for runners who want to race the 1 mile course and receive a time. You will need to pick up a bib before the race to receive a time. Look out for more info as we get closer to the date. -
Olympia Mile Run
Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:15AM PDT)
Free
Casual 1 mile run along a closed section of Capitol Way starting at 24th St and finishing at Sylvester Park. The event is not timed. People wanting to "race" should start select the competitive option. -
Olympia Mile Walk
Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:20AM PDT)
Free
Casual 1 mile walk along a closed section of Capitol Way starting at 24th St and finishing at Sylvester Park. Dogs are welcome on a leash.
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Location
615 Washington St SE, Olympia, 98501, WA, United States
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