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  11

  Sat
  First Avenue Mile

  3401 1st Ave, Hibbing, Minnesota, 55746, United States
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  Distance: 32.8 km from Virginia

  Sat, Jul 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM

  The heart of Hibbing summer is on display, where the historic First Avenue Mile draws runners and spectators alike for one unforgettable race. This one-mile dash—equal parts grit, celebration, and tradition—is the perfect distance to challenge seasoned competitors while still welcoming casual joggers and first-timers looking for a fun reason to lace up their old trainers. The course is lined with cheering neighbors, music, and the buzz of community spirit, making it more than just a race—it's a festival of speed, sweat, and camaraderie. Whether you're chasing a personal record or just running with friends, the First Avenue Mile is the can’t-miss event that defines summer at its best.

  STARTING LINE: 3401 1st Ave

  BIB PICK-UP: 5:30-6:30pm

  START TIMES: Racers will self-seed on race day. All times will be combined regardless of start wave. Awards will be given to the top finishers per age group regardless of start wave

  • Wave 1: 7:00pm (competitive)

  • Wave 2: 7:20 (recreational)

  • Wave 3 7:40 (relaxed).

  AWARDS: Awards will be at approximately 8pm. Street sign awards for males and females places 1-3 in the following age groups

  • 0-13

  • 14-24

  • 25-34

  • 35-44

  • 45-54

  • 55 and up

  FINISHERS: All finishers will receive a First Avenue Mile keychain and refreshments.

  T-SHIRTS: are guaranteed for the first 250 registrations.

  REGISTRATION: All participants must register online. Please register prior to arrival to expedite bib pick up

  • $15 early bird: May 1 - June 12

  • $20 regular price: June 13 - July 9

  • $25 late registration: July 10

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• Aug

  12

  Wed
  2026 Wednesday Night at the Races - Hibbing High School (August 12)

  2056 Dupont Road, Hibbing, Minnesota, 55746, United States
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  Distance: 29 km from Virginia

  Wed, Aug 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM

  With close to 1,500 participants each year, our Wednesday Night at the Races series has become one of our most popular Young Athletes Foundation (YAF) programs! Helping at a young age to build a love of running, these races are also central to our mission of providing pathways and opportunities for our community’s children to live healthy and active lifestyles.

  The Wednesday Night at the Races series is FREE and open to any child ages 14 & under. Whether it’s your child’s first-ever race or they’ve just fallen in love with running, we’d love to see them at our next event!

  In-person check-in will start at 5:00 PM.

  The races will start at 6:00 p.m. on each of the dates listed below. Every participant is a champion and will receive a ribbon and snacks at the end of their event. All sites are wheelchair and adaptive participant accessible. Please see a race official when you arrive.

  2026 Wednesday Night at the Races Schedule

  July 22 — Hermantown HS

  July 29— Superior HS & Esko HS

  August 5 — Proctor HS

  August 12 — Two Harbors HS and Hibbing HS

  August 19- Lake Superior Zoo (year-end picnic)

  Age Groups & Distances

  4 Years Old & Under – 1/2 lap (1/8 mile)

  5 & 6 Years Old – 1/2 lap (1/8 mile)

  7 & 8 Years Old – 1 lap (1/4 mile)

  9 & 10 Years Old – 1 lap (1/4 mile)

  11 & 12 Years Old – 2 laps (1/2 Mile)

  13 & 14 Years Old – 2 laps (1/2 Mile)

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