From the Organizer
The event that put Dusty Bottoms (and dare we say Modesto) on the map is back!!
The Beer Mile is 5280 feet of pure awesomeness. Chug a beer, run a lap, repeat!
There are many races that define a runner. We promise you will never be the same after this one!
* This race is run in "heats" that go on throughout the day. We don't post these, so you need to be on the course by 10 to ensure that you don't miss your spot.
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
89°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
2%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Modesto City Co Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Modesto, CA
Population
218,614
as of 2023
City Elevation
92 ft
Nearest Airport
SCK
Stockton Metropolitan Airport · 21 mi
Major Hub
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport · 55 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile?
- Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile is a running race held in Modesto, California on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Modesto, California at 3559 Shiloh Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Dusty Bottoms Beer Mile
Sep 19, 2026