The Designated Runner NA Beer Mile presented by DNA Plainfield
The Designated Runner NA Beer Mile presented by DNA Plainfield is a running race on August 29, 2026 in Plainfield, IL, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- August 29, 2026 (32 days to go)
- Location
- 24121 Chicago St, Plainfield, IL
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Cycling may be what brings everyone to Downtown Plainfield on August 29, but this year we’re adding a brand-new challenge that runners and spectators won’t want to miss.
The inaugural Designated Runner NA Beer Mile presented by DNA Plainfield combines speed, strategy, and plenty of laughs in one of the most spectator-friendly events of the day. Whether you’re chasing a fast time or just looking to have fun with friends, this is your chance to be part of something unique.
Limited to just 100 participants, the event features four heats of 25 runners competing on a 400-meter course in the heart of the Commercial Street Criterium. Expect a lively atmosphere, crowds, and nonstop entertainment as runners tackle four laps while enjoying four non-alcoholic beers from Go Brewing.
Not racing? You’ll have the best seat in the house. Spectators can line the course, cheer from the festival grounds, grab food and drinks from local vendors, and watch every chug, sprint, and dramatic finish from just a few feet away.
At the end of the evening, we’ll crown our inaugural Men’s and Women’s NA Beer Mile Champions, with awards and bragging rights on the line.
The Rules
Each runner drinks 4 non-alcoholic beers and runs 4 laps of a 400-meter course.
One NA beer must be consumed before each lap.
All beverages must be consumed within the designated transition zone.
Cans may not be opened before entering the transition zone.
No shotgunning.
Participants must complete all four laps and consume all four beverages to receive an official finish.
Schedule of Events
Four heats of 25 participants
Heat assignments will be emailed prior to race day.
Each heat is expected to last approximately 15-17 minutes, including cleanup and course reset.
Your Registration Includes
Four race-day non-alcoholic beers
Chip timing and official results
Professional race photos
More to be announced soon!
Not to mention a lot of fun!
Spectator Experience
The NA Beer Mile Challenge is designed to be every bit as entertaining to watch as it is to race.
Enjoy:
Front-row views of every heat
Food and beverages from local vendors
Music throughout the event
The excitement of the Commercial Street Criterium
A festival atmosphere in the heart of Downtown Plainfield
Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, the Designated Runner NA Beer Mile Challenge promises one of the most entertaining events of the day.
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
81°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Romeoville Wfo, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Plainfield, IL
Population
45,705
as of 2023
City Elevation
610 ft
Nearest Airport
MDW
Chicago Midway International Airport · 27 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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32
Days to train
- Race
- The Designated Runner NA Beer Mile presented by DNA Plainfield
- Date
- August 29, 2026
- Location
- 24121 Chicago St, Plainfield, IL
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The Designated Runner NA Beer Mile presented by DNA Plainfield
Aug 29, 2026