2026 Sir Walter Miler Info

Note: This page will be updated frequently with new information!

SIR WALTER MILER IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

The 2026 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 7th 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 2026 Sir Walter athletes on the Summer of Miles podcast!

Race Day Schedule and fields

6:00pm – Carnival at the Meredith Track starts

Come early and see the Vendor Village!

8:30pm – Run Club Mile

  • Fields coming Monday

8:40pm – Staker Chiropractic & Associates Run Club 4x400m Relay

  • Fields coming Monday

8:45pm – Fans can enter the track area

9:00pm – National Anthem

9:15pm – Trail Ridge Financial Women’s Elite Mile

  • Sinclaire Johnson – HOKA
  • Heather MacLean – adidas
  • Annika Reiss – Under Armour Dark Sky
  • Margot Appleton – New Balance Boston
  • Christina Aragon – Nike Swoosh TC
  • Kayley DeLay – Brooks Beasts TC
  • Teagan Schein-Becker – Brooks Beasts TC
  • Carlee Hansen – Nike Swoosh TC
  • Juliette Whittaker – Brooks Beasts TC
  • Angelina Ellis – Under Armour Dark Sky
  • Lindsey Butler – Bandit
  • Madie Boreman – Bandit
  • Carmen Alder
  • Charlize-Trinity McKenzie (Sir Walter Qualifier)
  • Hannah Ballowe (Pace)

9:30pm – Brooks Running Men’s Elite Mile

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 2026 Sir Walter Miler in style! Included in the VIS package:

  • Exclusive 2026 Sir Walter Miler swag bag
  • Special 2026 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!

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
  • Brooks Running will have shoe demos, snacks, and beverages!
  • Run starts at 9:00am (RSVP on Facebook)

8. Saturday night – Raleigh RunDown Downhill Mile

  • Race the “Fastest Mile in North Carolina”
  • More details on registration and more at RaleighRunDown.com
  • Women at 6:30pm, Men at 7:00pm, Awards and Post-Race Party at Trophy on Maywood

9. Wednesday Night – Elite Athlete Panel at Hartwell

  • Pat and Lindsey Hein (from the “I’ll Have Another” podcast) will interview elite athletes from this years field!
  • Run/Tailgate at 6pm. Panel at 7pm.
    • Athletes to be announced!

10. All Sir Walter Week events

Past Press Releases

Can’t make it in person? Check the race out on RunnerSpace.com

Social Media: #SirWalterMiler | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter
Podcast: Summer of Miles
Video: Sir Walter Running YouTube Channel
Live Results (coming soon)

For more information, sponsorship information, or interview requests, contact Pat Price at sirwalterrunning@gmail.com and 919.783.7660