Thanksgiving Downhill Mile
- Date Sat 22nd November 2025
- Time 8:30AM MST
- Location Laramie, Wyoming
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to sprint, jog, or even gobble-wobble your way through the Thanksgiving Downhill Mile on Saturday, November 22, 2025, in beautiful Laramie, Albany! This exhilarating event promises participants a fast and fun point-to-point downhill race, starting on Northview Street and finishing in front of Indian Paintbrush Elementary School. With an impressive elevation drop of 123 feet over just one mile, it’s the perfect opportunity to set a personal best while burning off some calories before the Thanksgiving feast.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to stay active, this event welcomes everyone! Pre-race registration is just $10, with race-day registration available for $20. Don’t forget to check in between 7:45 AM and 8:15 AM, as races kick off at 8:30 AM. Plus, your participation supports local youth running programs like the Laramie Valley Jackalopes and middle and high school cross-country teams. Join us for this festive celebration of fitness and community—let's make this Thanksgiving memorable!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to stay active, this event welcomes everyone! Pre-race registration is just $10, with race-day registration available for $20. Don’t forget to check in between 7:45 AM and 8:15 AM, as races kick off at 8:30 AM. Plus, your participation supports local youth running programs like the Laramie Valley Jackalopes and middle and high school cross-country teams. Join us for this festive celebration of fitness and community—let's make this Thanksgiving memorable!
Organiser's Description
Sprint, run, jog, walk, or gobble-wobble down this fast point-to-point downhill mile course! **This year's 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. _Depending on the number of participants, we may group runners into multiple waves. _
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. Winners in these categories will also hold the COURSE RECORD since this is year features a new course!
* 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. _Depending on the number of participants, we may group runners into multiple waves. _
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. Winners in these categories will also hold the COURSE RECORD since this is year features a new course!
* 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 22nd November 2025 (8:30AM MST)
$11.60
OPENS 12 OCT
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