The Endless Mile - October 22 - 25, 2026
The Endless Mile is an ultra-endurance running event designed to test your limits on a smooth, level, USATF Certified and Sanctioned 1.00203-mile paved loop at Veterans Park in Alabaster, Alabama. Runners can choose from 6, 12, 24, 48, or 72-hour race options, or compete in Marathon and 50K distance events. The course is electronically chip timed, and direction changes every 6 hours to provide a mental boost and varied experience.
Event Details:
- Dates: October 22 - 25, 2026
- Location: Veterans Park, 7305 Highway 119, Alabaster, AL 35007
- Course: 1.00203-mile paved loop, USATF Certified and Sanctioned.
- Timing: Electronic chip timing (HuTag ankle chips).
- Relay Option: Informal relay teams are welcome.
- Awards: 100-mile and 200-mile buckles for solo runners.
Aid Station: Real food provided for 72 hours, including full breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 24/7 made-to-order options like hamburgers, nachos, quesadillas, grilled potatoes, hot soup, and pizza. Standard ultra fare and beverages are also available. This is a cupless race for cold drinks; bring your own cups.
Registration: Registration closes Monday, October 19th, 2026. Early bird discounts are available until November 16th. No race day registration. A student discount of 50% is available for high school age and under with code Student-2026. Race shirts are guaranteed if registered by October 6th.
Tent Rentals: 8x8 or 8x7 Dome Tents ($25) and 10x10 Pop-up Tents with table and chair ($40) are available for 24, 48, and 72-hour runners.
Event Schedule Highlights:
- Wednesday, Oct 22: 72-hour packet pickup & setup
- Thursday, Oct 23: 72-HOUR RACE STARTS at 9:00 AM
- Friday, Oct 24: 48-HOUR RACE STARTS at 9:00 AM
- Saturday, Oct 25: 6, 12, and 24-HOUR RACES START at 9:00 AM
- Sunday, Oct 26: 24, 48, and 72-HOUR RACES FINISH at 9:00 AM
Parking: All vehicles must park in marked spaces. Spaces along the fence fill early. No camping allowed Wednesday night. Saturday may have parking challenges due to baseball games.
Website: www.southeasterntrailruns.com/endlessmile
