Events
Elite Mile - Heat 1
Open Sub Elite Perfect Mile Run - Heat 2
Open Perfect Mile Run - Heat 3
Open Perfect Mile Run - Heat 4
Family Walk/Run
Youth Mile Championship
Quarter Mile
100 Meter Dash
Description
The City of San Fernando invites you to lace up your shoes and run or walk your best mile! Set in the vibrant heart of San Fernando, this one-mile race is perfect for runners and walkers of all levels. The course starts at 8th Street and Maclay Avenue, taking you down the iconic Maclay Avenue and finishing just before 3rd Street. Whether you're racing for speed or strolling for fun, this is your chance to experience the energy and charm of San Fernando in a whole new way!
Place
San Fernando, CA US 91340
Giveaways
Everyone who registers and completes the course will receive a finisher medal & a race t-shirt!
Race Day Timeline
Pick Your Race
Whether you're aiming to perfect your mile time or just enjoy a fun run, there's a race for everyone!
7:30 am Elite Run (Heat 1)
For runners who can complete a mile in under 6 minutes
7:45 am Open Sub Elite Perfect Mile Run (Heat 2)
For runners who can complete a mile in under 8 minutes
8:00 am Open Perfect Mile Run (Heat 3)
For runners who can complete a mile in under 12 minutes
8:20 am Open Perfect Mile Run (Heat 4)&
For runners who can complete a mile in under 16 minutes
8:40 am Youth Mile Championship (Ages 17 & Under)
A fun, timed but non-competitive event for youth
9:00 am Open Perfect Mile (Family Walk/Run)
A fun, timed but non-competitive event for the whole family
9:30 am Quarter Mile (Ages 8 & Under)
Parents can run or walk with their children if they start in the back of the pack
9:45 am 100 Meter Dash (Ages 4 & Under)
Parents can run or walk with their children if they start in the back of the pack
USATF Certified Mile Course
Free Training Sessions
Get ready for the San Fernando Valley Mile with FREE training sessions provided by 3 WINS Fitness! This program is designed to help you get stronger, more mobile, and more flexible to help you walk or run the mile faster. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just want to improve, the training program is progressive and will lead to small improvements each week.
📅 Date: Saturday, February 1, 8:15am-9:15am
📍 Location: Las Palmas Park - GYM, 505 S. Huntington St., San Fernando, CA 91340
📅 Date: Saturday, February 8, 8:15am-9:15am
📍Location: Las Palmas Park - GYM, 505 S. Huntington St., San Fernando, CA 91340
📅 Date: Saturday, February 15, 12pm-1pm
📍Location: Las Palmas Park – OUTDOOR BASKETBALL COURTS, 505 S. Huntington St., San Fernando, CA 91340
📅 Date: Saturday, February 22, 8:15am-9:15am
📍Location: Las Palmas Park - GYM, 505 S. Huntington St., San Fernando, CA 91340
Volunteer & Earn Race Credit!
Want to be part of the race-day excitement? Volunteer at the San Fernando Valley Mile and earn credit toward a future event!
Volunteer Perks:
✔ Earn race credit for each shift you work
✔ Volunteer for multiple shifts to combine credit
✔ Friends & family can volunteer and transfer their credit to a runner
✔ Credit is valid for one year after it’s issued
Sign up to volunteer HERE!
Race Website
Additional race information can be found at https://mercuryevent.com/.
Still Have Questions?
For more information, call (818) 898-1290 or email Recreation@sfcity.org
Race Contact Info
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Directions
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