Thanksgiving Downhill Mile
- Date Sat 21st November 2026
- Time 8:30AM MST
- Location Laramie, Wyoming
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready to dash down the fast and exhilarating Thanksgiving Downhill Mile on Saturday, November 21, 2026, in Laramie, Albany! This exciting event invites participants of all ages and abilities to sprint, jog, walk, or even gobble-wobble their way through a thrilling point-to-point mile course that boasts a remarkable elevation drop of 123 feet. Starting at Northview Street and finishing in front of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School on Knadler Street, this race is the perfect opportunity to achieve a personal best while burning off some calories before the Thanksgiving feast.
Registration is easy and affordable, with pre-race entry at just $10 and race-day registration for $20. Check-in will be open from 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM at the school cafeteria, with the race kicking off at 8:30 AM. Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled morning, but you'll also be supporting local youth running groups, including the Laramie Valley Jackalopes and local middle and high school cross country teams. With awards for male and female winners in various age categories, everyone has a chance to shine. Mark your calendars for this festive celebration of fitness and community!
Registration is easy and affordable, with pre-race entry at just $10 and race-day registration for $20. Check-in will be open from 7:45 AM to 8:15 AM at the school cafeteria, with the race kicking off at 8:30 AM. Not only will you enjoy a fun-filled morning, but you'll also be supporting local youth running groups, including the Laramie Valley Jackalopes and local middle and high school cross country teams. With awards for male and female winners in various age categories, everyone has a chance to shine. Mark your calendars for this festive celebration of fitness and community!
Organiser's Description
Sprint, run, jog, walk, or gobble-wobble down this fast point-to-point downhill mile course! **Note that this race is the Saturday before Thanksgiving, and will NOT be held on Thanksgiving morning!** This will be a fun opportunity to lay down a fast mile time... and a great way to burn some calories and get some movement before you dig in to the turkey and mashed potatoes.
The course will start on Northview Street and will run on neighborhood streets, finishing on Knadler Street in front of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School. This year's course features an elevation drop of 123 feet in just one mile!
PRE-RACE REGISTRATION: $10 | RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: $20
CHECK-IN AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:45AM - 8:15AM IN THE INDIAN PAINTBRUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA. RACES START AT 8:30AM.
Proceeds from this race will benefit local youth running groups, including the Laramie Valley Jackalopes, Laramie Middle School Cross Country, and Laramie High School Cross Country teams.
We will be recognizing the M & F winners in each of the following categories:
* 6 & Under
* 7-8
* 9-10
* 11-12
* 13-14
* 15-16
* 17-18
* 19-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70 & Over
The course will start on Northview Street and will run on neighborhood streets, finishing on Knadler Street in front of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School. This year's course features an elevation drop of 123 feet in just one mile!
PRE-RACE REGISTRATION: $10 | RACE-DAY REGISTRATION: $20
CHECK-IN AND RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS FROM 7:45AM - 8:15AM IN THE INDIAN PAINTBRUSH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAFETERIA. RACES START AT 8:30AM.
Proceeds from this race will benefit local youth running groups, including the Laramie Valley Jackalopes, Laramie Middle School Cross Country, and Laramie High School Cross Country teams.
We will be recognizing the M & F winners in each of the following categories:
* 6 & Under
* 7-8
* 9-10
* 11-12
* 13-14
* 15-16
* 17-18
* 19-29
* 30-39
* 40-49
* 50-59
* 60-69
* 70 & Over
Races
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Thanksgiving Downhill Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 21st November 2026 (8:30AM MST)
$11.60
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