Death By a Mile
Death By a Mile is an ultra and running race on February 13, 2027 in Lake Charles, LA, with an entry fee of $75.
- Date
- February 13, 2027 (205 days to go)
- Price
- $75
- Sports
- UltraRunning
From the Organizer
Death By A Mile
Saturday, February 13th 2027 — Sam Houston Park
Get ready for one of the most mentally and physically challenging races around. Death By A Mile kicks off at 8:00 AM and doesn’t stop until there’s only one man and one woman left standing. If you can’t—or won’t—finish your mile in the given time window, you’re out. Prizes go to the final male and female standing.
Space is limited to the first 100 people who register—don’t wait!
The Format:
It’s just one mile.... Right?
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Run 1 mile every 30 minutes
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM: Run 1 mile every 20 minutes
- 11:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Run 1 mile every 15 minutes
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Run 1 mile every 12 minutes
- 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Run 1 mile every 10 minutes
- 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Run 1 mile every 8 minutes
- 7:00PM Every 6 minutes until only two runners remain (one man and one woman)
Course Info:
The loop starts and ends at the large pavilion near the boardwalk at Sam Houston Park. The course will be clearly marked with flags.
Aid Station & What to Bring:
We’ll provide some food and drinks throughout the day, but this is a long event—pack like it.
Recommended:
- Nutrition, hydration, and snacks
- Headlamp or flashlight (it will get dark)
- Warm clothes (it might get cold)
- Chairs, towels, blankets, coolers, etc.
Packet Pick-Up:
Night before on Friday, February 12th from 5–7 PM
Open Gym Strength:
637 LeJuanta St, Lake Charles, LA 70611
Or
Race Day from 7:00–7:30 AM at the pavilion
Race Day Schedule:
- Check-In: 7:00–7:30 AM
- Pre-Race Meeting: 7:45 AM at the start line
- Race Start: 8:00 AM sharp
Awards & Shirts:
- Only one male and one female will be crowned champions and receive awards.
- All registered runners will receive an event shirt, but you must register by January 1st to guarantee a shirt. No exceptions.
Rules:
- Be honest. Complete your full mile before returning for a bib punch.
- Be respectful. This is a shared public park.
- Keep it simple: Check in. Run your loop. Repeat.
- Have fun! The format is social and a great way to meet fellow runners.
FAQs:
- Will it be cold? Maybe—bring warm gear.
- Will it get dark? Possibly—bring a headlamp or flashlight.
- Can I bring my dog? Sorry, no dogs allowed on the course.
- Will the park/loop be open to the public? Yes, so stay aware and respectful.
- Can spectators come? Absolutely! Just ask them to stay off the loop.
Ready to test your limits?
Sign up now and find out if you’ve got what it takes.
It’s Just One Mile… Right?
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
66°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Moss Bluff 2 Nnw, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Lake Charles, LA
Population
4,794
as of 2023
City Elevation
10 ft
Nearest Airport
LCH
Lake Charles Regional Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · 126 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Death By a Mile
Feb 13, 2027