Yakima Mile
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 6:15PM PDT
- Location Yakima, Washington
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 11 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and athletic achievement at the 7th Annual Yakima Mile on Saturday, June 6, 2026! This vibrant event will take place in the heart of Yakima, featuring a one-mile, gradual downhill course along Yakima Ave, culminating in front of the historic Larson Building. The Yakima Mile welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, from kids and families to elite runners and even furry friends. Whether you choose to run, jog, or walk, it’s a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy a day of fitness.
The event will showcase thrilling Elite Mile races, where some of the fastest milers in the nation will compete for the title of the fastest mile in Washington, with a whopping total purse of over $60,000 up for grabs! Youth participants aged 18 and under can register for free, thanks to generous local sponsorship. Beyond competition, the Yakima Mile is a celebration of community, promoting health and wellness while supporting vital services for survivors of domestic violence. Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship in Yakima!
The event will showcase thrilling Elite Mile races, where some of the fastest milers in the nation will compete for the title of the fastest mile in Washington, with a whopping total purse of over $60,000 up for grabs! Youth participants aged 18 and under can register for free, thanks to generous local sponsorship. Beyond competition, the Yakima Mile is a celebration of community, promoting health and wellness while supporting vital services for survivors of domestic violence. Mark your calendars and join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and friendship in Yakima!
Organiser's Description
_PRESENTED BY HOME2 SUITES AND TRU BY HILTON - YAKIMA AIRPORT_
7th Annual Yakima Mile -- SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2026
The course follows a one-mile, gradual downhill stretch of Yakima Ave. finishing in the shadows of Yakimas historic Larson Building. Yakima Mile is open to kids, families, dogs, veterans, elite runners, and _ALL_ those who want to run their fastest mile. EVER (or walk, or jog... as you like).
The Elite Mile races bring together many of the fastest milers from around the nation in hopes of breaking the Fastest Mile in Washington yet again and taking home some big cash prizes. Sam Prakel currently holds the men's fastest mile in Washington time of 3:50.5 and Nikki Hiltz holds the women's record at 4:20.5.
Competitive races are stacked across the board with cash prizes THE TOTAL PURSE FOR 2026 IS OVER $60,000. Including $10,000 across the TOP 3 groups by number of finishers. If you are interested in participating in the TRU-ly RAD Group Challenge at this year's Yakima Mile, reach out to [email protected]
Youths 18 & under register for free thanks to the generosity of our sponsors Home2 and Tru by Hilton
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Yakima Mile is much more than a race. We bring our community together for fun and fitness; providing a healthy community event open to everyone, highlighting and celebrating the Yakima Valley on a local and national scale. Hogback Development Company, the producer of Yakima Mile, seeks to work with community leaders, businesses, and individuals to shed light on and better access the invaluable services provided by YWCA to survivors of domestic violence.
To learn more about the Yakima Mile, heats, prizes, what we do, and why we do it, visit www.yakimamile.org [https://www.yakimamile.org].
And to stay updated with all things Yakima Mile, follow @YAKIMAMILE [http://www.instagram.com/yakimamile] on Instagram
Run for fun. Run for health. Run for the record. Run to show your community spirit. Run to support survivors of domestic abuse.
YWCA YAKIMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LOCAL HOTLINE - 509.248.7796
REGISTRATION COST
Youth (18Y & under): FREE
Adults (19-59): $25
Senior Citizens (60Y+): $12.50
7th Annual Yakima Mile -- SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2026
The course follows a one-mile, gradual downhill stretch of Yakima Ave. finishing in the shadows of Yakimas historic Larson Building. Yakima Mile is open to kids, families, dogs, veterans, elite runners, and _ALL_ those who want to run their fastest mile. EVER (or walk, or jog... as you like).
The Elite Mile races bring together many of the fastest milers from around the nation in hopes of breaking the Fastest Mile in Washington yet again and taking home some big cash prizes. Sam Prakel currently holds the men's fastest mile in Washington time of 3:50.5 and Nikki Hiltz holds the women's record at 4:20.5.
Competitive races are stacked across the board with cash prizes THE TOTAL PURSE FOR 2026 IS OVER $60,000. Including $10,000 across the TOP 3 groups by number of finishers. If you are interested in participating in the TRU-ly RAD Group Challenge at this year's Yakima Mile, reach out to [email protected]
Youths 18 & under register for free thanks to the generosity of our sponsors Home2 and Tru by Hilton
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Yakima Mile is much more than a race. We bring our community together for fun and fitness; providing a healthy community event open to everyone, highlighting and celebrating the Yakima Valley on a local and national scale. Hogback Development Company, the producer of Yakima Mile, seeks to work with community leaders, businesses, and individuals to shed light on and better access the invaluable services provided by YWCA to survivors of domestic violence.
To learn more about the Yakima Mile, heats, prizes, what we do, and why we do it, visit www.yakimamile.org [https://www.yakimamile.org].
And to stay updated with all things Yakima Mile, follow @YAKIMAMILE [http://www.instagram.com/yakimamile] on Instagram
Run for fun. Run for health. Run for the record. Run to show your community spirit. Run to support survivors of domestic abuse.
YWCA YAKIMA DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LOCAL HOTLINE - 509.248.7796
REGISTRATION COST
Youth (18Y & under): FREE
Adults (19-59): $25
Senior Citizens (60Y+): $12.50
Races
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6 - 11Y Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:15PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 09 MAR 26Competitive race for kids 6-11 years old Participants 18 & under register for free - courtesy of Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton - Yakima Airport. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Girls High School & Jr High Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:25PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 09 MAR 26Competitive race for kids 12-14 years old (Middle School/Jr. High) Participants 18 & under register for free - courtesy of Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton - Yakima Airport. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Boys High School & Jr High Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:55PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 09 MAR 26Competitive race for kids 14-18 years old (High School) Participants 18 & under register for free - courtesy of Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton - Yakima Airport. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Masters / Grand Masters Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:05PM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 10 MAR 26A family-friendly heat for everyone! Walk, jog, or run with a stroller in the kickoff, non-competitive race. Participants 18 & under register for free - courtesy of Home2 Suites and Tru by Hilton - Yakima Airport. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Heroes Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:25PM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 09 MAR 26Essential Workers, Military, First Responders & Healthcare Professionals A competitive race for all heroes, whoever you are (future, active, or retired). We invite you to register for this heat so we can honor all you do for our community, our safety, and our health. Cash prizes for the top 5 men and top 5 women finishers. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Dog Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:15PM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 09 MAR 26Arguably the most popular heat to run or watch.... Run the mile as a dog-human team. Cash prizes for the top 5 male runner-dog teams and top 5 female runner-dog teams. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Open Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:35PM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 09 MAR 26A competitive race for anyone 18 years and above. Cash prizes for the top 5 men and top 5 women finishers. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Family Mile
Incl. $2.50 Fee
Sat 6th June 2026 (6:55PM PDT)
$27.50
OPENS 09 MAR 26A competitive racing event for anyone 40 and older. Cash prizes for the top 5 men and top 5 women finishers. For information on prizes go to YAKIMAMILE.ORG -
Rising Stars Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:30PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 03 JAN 26The Rising Stars Mile invites elite high school athletes, state qualifiers, and college mid-distance runners to compete in a thrilling one-mile road race along Yakima Ave. To apply for entry, please email [email protected] with your name and PR or a link to your Athletic.net profile. -
Women's Elite Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:45PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 22 FEB 26Women's qualifying time is 4:45. If you are interested in registering for this race please email Derek: [email protected] -
Men's Elite Mile
Sat 6th June 2026 (8:00PM PDT)
Free
OPENS 22 FEB 26Men's qualifying time is 4:02. If you are interested in registering for this race please email Derek: [email protected]
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