2025 Sir Walter Miler Info

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The 2025 Sir Walter Miler is proud to be on the 2025 World Athletics Continental Tour for the first time at the Silver level!

SIR WALTER MILER IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

The 2025 Sir Walter Miler will take place at Meredith College. The school is located at 3800 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607. The carnival with Food trucks will be on site starting at 6pm! There will also be a Pre and Post race party happening at Raleigh Brewing Company, starting at 6pm. Raleigh Brewing will have exclusive runner-friendly beers (and seltzers) and Food Trucks in the parking lot!

Friday, August 8th is race day! If you plan on coming, please RSVP on Facebook. Want to watch the race as a “Very Important Spectator,” check out the Merch page for details. While you’re at it, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and like the event on Facebook. The official hashtag is #sirwaltermiler

For those of you coming, below are some Race Day tips. If you have a specific question, email us at SirWalterRunning@gmail.com

Interviews with 2025 Sir Walter athletes on the Summer of Miles podcast!

Race Day Schedule and fields

6:00pm – Carnival at the Meredith Track starts

8:30pm – Run Club Mile

8:40pm – Run Club 4x400m Relay

8:45pm – Fans can enter the track area

9:00pm – National Anthem

9:15pm – Women’s Elite Mile

Christina Aragon – Nike Swoosh TC
Laurie Barton – Atlanta Track Club Elite
Sadie Engelhardt – New Balance
Krissy Gear – HOKA
Rachel McArthur – ASICS
Colleen Quigley – lululemon / Meridia
Lindsey Butler
Allie Wilson – Nike Swoosh TC
Olivia Markezich – On Athletics Club
Gracie Morris – Puma / Puma Elite
Jess McGorty – Puma / Puma Elite
Angel Piccirillo – Puma / Puma Elite
Hannah Ballowe – adidas (Pop Up Miles Champ)
Grace Boone (Pace) – Pro Bike & Run Elite

9:30pm – Men’s Elite Mile

Sam Prakel – adidas
Clayton VanDyke – ChicknLegs
Carson Williams – Furman Elite
Yasin Sado – ASICS
Sair Salgado – Under Armour Dark Sky
Ky Robinson – On Athletics Club
Olli Hoare – On Athletics Club
Mario Garcia Romo – On Athletics Club
Sean McGorty – Nike Swoosh TC
Eric Holt – Puma / Empire Elite
John Reniewicki – Under Armour
Sam Gilman – Nike / WCAP
Michael Spragley – ChicknLegs (Pop Up Miles Champ)
Patrick Touhy (Pace) – NC State

9:40pm – Awards Ceremony on the Meredith College Track

9:55pm – Post Party starts at Raleigh Brewing Company

Race Day Information

1. Parking

Don’t drive, if possible. Take Lyft, Uber, Cab, get a friend to drop you off, bike it, or walk!
Meredith College – There will be plenty of parking here. Map below:
Raleigh Brewing Company – Parking will be limited here.

2. Weather

The event is rain or shine. As long as there is no lightning, we will run!
You can watch the weather here.
Some light rain may postpone a “ball” game, but this can be beneficial to runners.

3. Track Etiquette

NO ALCOHOL is allowed at the Meredith Track (that’s for the pre/post party, if you’re 21)
No spectators will be allowed on the track UNTIL AFTER the Run Club 4×400 Relay
We WILL ALLOW people on to the track for the Women’s and the Men’s Elite Races
If you are on the track, PLEASE STAND OUTSIDE OF LANE 5
No pets, strollers, or unattended children will be allowed on the track/infield
If you are on the infield, please stay 3 feet from the inside of the track. Do not encroach the runners. DO NOT TAKE A “race selfie”
Be cautious of the FINISH LINE. You WILL NOT be able to stand near due to timing issues.
Have fun! Take pictures and videos! Hashtag #sirwaltermiler

4. Sir Walter Swag!

Lots of things will be for sale on race day. You can also buy online at sirwalterrunning.square.site
We’ll have Commemorative Hats, Shirts, and more for sale at the event (plus free stickers) by the entrance (we will accept cash, credit cards, and Venmo)
We accept donations too! Venmo @SirWalterMiler

5. Be a Very Important Spectator

Watch the 2025 Sir Walter Miler in style! Included in the VIS package:

Exclusive 2025 Sir Walter Miler swag bag
Special 2025 Sir Walter Miler laminate
Early access to track
Special seating by finish line with refreshments
Learn more (and get your ticket) here

6. Get Hype!

“The Fast Track: The Sir Walter Miler” – Walter Magazine (August 2025)
“Four Minutes to the Wind” – Raleigh Magazine (6/30/2019)
“How Sir Walter Miler Became The Track Meet You Can’t Miss” – NCRunners (8/2/18)
“Sir Walter Miler provides best glimpse of future growth for American track” – Sports Illustrated (8/7/15)
Enjoy the night! You’re witnessing history!

7. Saturday morning – Run with the Pros

Come to the “Run with the Pros” you saw racing Friday night!
Venue: Williams Stadium (home of the Pop Up Miles): 5623 Jaguar Park Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
adidas will have shoe demos, snacks, and beverages!
Run starts at 9:00am (RSVP on Facebook)