Power Mile Road Race
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 5:30PM CDT
- Location New Orleans, Louisiana
- Price $6.30 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running at the Power Mile Road Race on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Orleans! This premier road mile event in the Gulf South is set to bring together over 500 participants, volunteers, and spectators at the scenic West End Point, where a flat and fast course awaits.
Join in on the excitement as runners of all ages compete in various distances, including a thrilling kids half mile and a highly anticipated mile championship. And for those looking for a fun twist, don’t miss the beer mile relay, where teams of four will tackle a quarter mile each while enjoying a frosty beverage! With beautiful sunset views along Lake Pontchartrain, delicious food options, and the chance to earn exclusive sub-7 minute race posters, the Power Mile Road Race promises a festive atmosphere for everyone involved. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event and get ready to chase your personal best!
Join in on the excitement as runners of all ages compete in various distances, including a thrilling kids half mile and a highly anticipated mile championship. And for those looking for a fun twist, don’t miss the beer mile relay, where teams of four will tackle a quarter mile each while enjoying a frosty beverage! With beautiful sunset views along Lake Pontchartrain, delicious food options, and the chance to earn exclusive sub-7 minute race posters, the Power Mile Road Race promises a festive atmosphere for everyone involved. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event and get ready to chase your personal best!
Organiser's Description
The Power Mile Road Race is the premier road mile in the Gulf South.
Over the past three years, the Power Mile has raised over $20,000 for charity. Each year we bring more than 500 participants, volunteers, and spectators to the West End Point to enjoy the race and festivities. The Power Mile is changing the location to West End Point in 2026! The course is flat, fast, and enjoyable for both runners and spectators alike. Enjoy beautiful sunset views, food, and a frosty beverage post-race along Lake Pontchartrain.
Back by popular demand....sub-7 minute race posters! That's right...run under 7 minutes in the mile and you can take home our official race poster - you earned it!
Let's run it back! The beer mile relay! 4 beers! 4 people! Each running a quarter mile under the sunset!
Please join us for another great year at The Power Mile!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION: 4:30 TO 6:00 PM
KIDS HALF MILE: 5:45PM
HALF MILE AWARDS: 6:15 PM
MILE CHAMPIONSHIP: 6:30 PM
MILE AWARDS: 7:15 PM
BEER MILE RELAY: 7:30 PM
Ready to train? Access our one mile training plan here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hlWgUM5DusX7XZnEoY7JuXM355CsXeHnU1MN8hcMERU/edit?usp=sharing]and get ready to PR on July 25th!
Over the past three years, the Power Mile has raised over $20,000 for charity. Each year we bring more than 500 participants, volunteers, and spectators to the West End Point to enjoy the race and festivities. The Power Mile is changing the location to West End Point in 2026! The course is flat, fast, and enjoyable for both runners and spectators alike. Enjoy beautiful sunset views, food, and a frosty beverage post-race along Lake Pontchartrain.
Back by popular demand....sub-7 minute race posters! That's right...run under 7 minutes in the mile and you can take home our official race poster - you earned it!
Let's run it back! The beer mile relay! 4 beers! 4 people! Each running a quarter mile under the sunset!
Please join us for another great year at The Power Mile!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE:
PACKET PICKUP AND LATE REGISTRATION: 4:30 TO 6:00 PM
KIDS HALF MILE: 5:45PM
HALF MILE AWARDS: 6:15 PM
MILE CHAMPIONSHIP: 6:30 PM
MILE AWARDS: 7:15 PM
BEER MILE RELAY: 7:30 PM
Ready to train? Access our one mile training plan here [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hlWgUM5DusX7XZnEoY7JuXM355CsXeHnU1MN8hcMERU/edit?usp=sharing]and get ready to PR on July 25th!
Races
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The Power Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (6:00PM CDT)
$27.50
The mile is run as one race. An out & back starting from the end of West End Point. -
1/2 Mile Youth Race (Ages 12 & Under)
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 25th July 2026 (5:30PM CDT)
$16.90
1/2 mile youth race. All runners 12 years of age and younger are welcome to compete! -
The Beer Mile Relay
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00PM CDT)
$6.30
Join a team of four to complete the beer mile relay: Each runner chugs a beer and runs a quarter mile! Must register as a member of a team. Must be 21 or older to participate.
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