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The Auburn Mile

Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 9:00 AM PDT

Location
Auburn, CA
833 Lincoln Way, 95603
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

Join a festive one-mile run to kick off Auburn's 4th of July Parade, where you'll run on closed streets lined with cheering spectators.

  • Fun
  • Competitive
  • Festive

Great for

  • Walkers Welcome

The Auburn Mile invites you to kick off the city's 4th of July Parade with a vibrant, community-focused one-mile run. Before the parade officially begins, downtown streets open for runners and walkers of all ages to experience a unique, festive atmosphere. Whether you're aiming for a personal best or simply wish to be part of this lively tradition, you'll run a true one-mile course lined with cheering spectators. It's an opportunity to help start the day's celebrations and embrace the spirit of the Fourth of July.

What to expect

  • Run a one-mile course on closed parade streets.
  • Experience a high-energy, crowd-lined route.
  • Chip timing and a race shirt are included.

Standout details

  • Kicks off the 4th of July Parade
  • Run on closed downtown streets
  • Spectators line the entire route
  • Opportunity to dress for the holiday

Perks & features

  • Shirt

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Distances & registration

4 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

  • 100m

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:00 AM PDT · From $11.60

    Opens Apr 5, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 1, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT

  • 200m

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:15 AM PDT · From $11.60

    Opens Apr 5, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 1, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT

  • 300m

    Sat, Jul 4, 8:30 AM PDT · From $11.60

    Opens Apr 7, 2026, 1:18 PM PDT · Closes Jul 1, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT

+ 1 more option
  • 1 Miles

    Sat, Jul 4, 9:00 AM PDT · From $27.50

    Opens Apr 5, 2026, 8:01 PM PDT · Closes Jul 1, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT

Vibe Check

Steady Effort

warm-day exposure

  • Warm season

The course

  • Hilly
  • Walkers welcome
From the organizer

Kick off Auburn's 4th of July Parade with a 1-Mile Community run!

Before the parade rolls through the heart of Auburn, the streets open to runners and walkers of all ages for a festive, community-centered race experience.

The Auburn Mile, presented by Auburn Running Company, begins in downtown Auburn and follows the full parade route, finishing back at the Downtown Square. It’s a true one-mile race, whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply showing up to be part of something new and alive.

As you move through the course, the town gathers around you and spectators line the streets. You’re not just running before the parade. You’re helping begin it.

And if you like to dress for the Fourth of July, this is your moment!

What to expect:

A one-mile course on closed parade streets A high-energy, crowd-lined route Chip timing Race shirt Come early. Run hard or run easy. Stay for the parade and the rest of the day.

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