The Boulder Road Runner's Mile High Mile presented by Sara Vaughn at Liv Sotheby's

Saturday, May 23 | Boulder High School

The Mile High Mile is back for its 8th season—bringing a high-energy night of racing to Boulder for runners of all ages and abilities.

This year, we’re introducing a new format designed to make the event more accessible, more flexible, and more fun—whether you're chasing a PR or just showing up to run a mile with your crew.

3:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Your Turn on the Track

Four laps. One goal. Infinite energy. Join the community for a series of seeded heats where the focus is on personal bests and pure fun

Inclusive Racing: Heats for Kids, High Schoolers, and Open/Masters athletes.

Pro Standards: Officially timed (FAT) for the serious competitors, but cheered on by the loudest crowd in Boulder for the fun-seekers.

• 3- 4:00 Open Community Waves
• 4:00 Kids ½ Mile
• 4:15 Middle School boys
• 4:30 MS girls
• 4:45 Teri Leiker Memorial Mile
• 5:15 Open Competitive Wave 1
• 5:30 Open Competitive wave faster
• 5:45 National Anthem with Cody Qualls from FACE Vocal Band
• 6:00 HS Girls
• 6:15 HS Boys
• 6:30 Wheelchair Exhibition Race
• 6:45 The Great Harvest Women’s Elite Race
• 7:00 pm The Great Harvest Men’s Elite

6:45 PM – 7:15 PM | The Grand Finale: Elite Showdown

The energy hits its peak as the sun sets and the fastest milers in the region take the track. After your race, grab a front-row spot on the rail to witness the speed of the pros.

6:45 PM Great Harvest Women’s Elite Mile: Watch as top local and national talent chase the sub-4:30 dream with time bonus payouts.

7:00 PM Great Harvest Men’s Elite Mile: Experience the roar of the crowd as the men aim for a sub-4:00 clocking under the stadium lights.

Stay for the Magic: High-octane music, professional intros, and an electric atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else in Colorado.