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Simon Greiner Mile Night

Date
May 29, 2026
Distance
be bold. Elementary School 800m (Half Mile) · Middle School Mile · OK Runner High School Mile & more

From the Organizer

Be a part of history in a twilight track meet starring the best high school, collegiate, and elite runners in Oklahoma and beyond! Like last year's race, we'll hold races for all ages and abilities, with the night culminating in star-studded high school and elite fields attempting to break state records and legendary barriers. As always, we'll have plenty of heats, dozens of pacers, and the perfect environment to crush your personal best. The race will be free to spectators, and we'll have vendors and music to enjoy between and during the night's races!

Mile Night registrations and donations help support the Simon Greiner Program, which helps OKC public school students succeed in life and reach their full potential by creating new and expanded opportunities to participate and excel in cross country and track & field. Click here to learn more about the history and mission of the Simon Greiner Program.

Order of events:

  • be bold. Running Elementary 800m - Two laps (half a mile) around the track for the little ones, with medals for all finishers courtesy of be bold. Running!
  • Middle School Mile
  • Matrix Fit Lab Open Mile - Running veterans and novices alike take a turn to test their four-lap speed and hash out friendly rivalries
  • High School Mile - Join the hundreds of high schoolers who have set PRs at Mile Night
  • Arnold & Smith Law High Performance Mile
  • Simon Greiner Elite Mile* - The fastest one-mile race ever to be run on Oklahoma soil, with over $11,000 on the line!

BACK AGAIN THIS YEAR - We will reserve one slot in the men's and women's elite fields so the fastest Oklahoma high schooler can compete alongside the best of the best! Last year's high school elites were Dominic Matthias (Moore, 4:12.35, fastest US freshman mile in 2025) and Bella Nelson (Owasso class of 2025, 4:39.67, unofficial high school state record).

We ask that all high schoolers still register only for the high school races. We will have target times for each heat based on the seeded entries, and pacers for as many heats as possible. After registration closes, the top high school boys' and girls' seed time from Oklahoma will be notified and moved to the elite field.

*The Elite standards are 4:10 for men and 4:50 for women. Runners who do not meet the standards should register for the High Performance or Open races. If there is still room in the elite fields after registration closes, we will reach out to the top seeds in the High Performance field about bumping you to the elite heat.

Distances & Pricing

be bold. Elementary School 800m (Half Mile)6 PMRegister →
Middle School Mile6:15 PMRegister →
OK Runner High School Mile7:30 PMRegister →
Matrix Fit Lab Open Mile7 PMRegister →
Arnold & Smith Law High Performance Mile8:45 PMRegister →
Simon Greiner Elite Mile9:30 PMRegister →
Mile Night Pacer6:45 PMRegister →

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Simon Greiner Mile Night?
Simon Greiner Mile Night is a running event held in Oklahoma City, OK. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Simon Greiner Mile Night?
Friday, May 29, 2026 in Oklahoma City, OK at Taft Stadium, Oklahoma City, OK. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Simon Greiner Mile Night?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Simon Greiner Mile Night

May 29, 2026

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