Yakima Mile
- Date Sat 7th June 2025
- Time 7:00PM PDT
- Location Yakima, Washington
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 11 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for the exhilarating 6th Annual Yakima Mile, taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in the vibrant city of Yakima! This fun-filled event invites participants of all ages and abilities to join in the excitement, whether you're aiming to sprint your fastest mile or simply enjoy a leisurely walk. The course features a gradual downhill stretch along Yakima Ave, culminating at the historic Larson Building, creating a picturesque backdrop for your running experience.
The Yakima Mile is not only a celebration of fitness but also a competitive showcase for elite runners from across the nation. With a total prize purse exceeding $60,000, including $10,000 allocated for the top three finishing groups, the stakes are high as runners aim to break the fastest mile records in Washington. Youths aged 18 and under can register for free, thanks to generous sponsors. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and fun, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of the Yakima Mile!
The Yakima Mile is not only a celebration of fitness but also a competitive showcase for elite runners from across the nation. With a total prize purse exceeding $60,000, including $10,000 allocated for the top three finishing groups, the stakes are high as runners aim to break the fastest mile records in Washington. Youths aged 18 and under can register for free, thanks to generous sponsors. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and fun, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of the Yakima Mile!
Organiser's Description
_PRESENTED BY HOME2 SUITES AND TRU BY HILTON - YAKIMA AIRPORT_
6th Annual Yakima Mile -- SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2025
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 2025 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
6th Annual Yakima Mile -- SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2025
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 2025 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 7th June 2025 (7:15PM PDT)
Free
Competitive 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 -
12 - 14Y Mile
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:45PM PDT)
Free
Competitive 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 -
14 - 18Y Mile
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:55PM PDT)
Free
Competitive 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 -
Family Mile (Noncompetitive)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:00PM PDT)
$27.50
A 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 & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:25PM PDT)
$27.50
Essential 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 & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (8:05PM PDT)
$27.50
Arguably 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 & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:35PM PDT)
$27.50
A 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 -
Masters Mile (40Y+)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (7:55PM PDT)
$27.50
A 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 7th June 2025 (8:15PM PDT)
Free
CLOSEDThe 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 7th June 2025 (8:30PM PDT)
Free
CLOSEDWomen'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 7th June 2025 (8:45PM PDT)
Free
CLOSEDMen's qualifying time is 4:02. If you are interested in registering for this race please email Derek: [email protected]
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