The Downville Mile
- Date
- May 29, 2027
- Distance
- Downville Mile (7:00+) · Downville Mile (5:30 to 7:00) · Downville Mile (Elite Race 5:30 & Under)
From the Organizer
⚡️ZOOM!⚡️
You’ve just entered the speed force, baby.
I’m The Flash — and if there’s one race I’d never miss, it’s The Downville Mile. 🏁💨
Welcome to the fastest mile race in South Carolina — a 1-mile lightning bolt down the streets of Greenville.
🍻 Whether you’re faster than a speeding bullet or just want to see what it feels like to fly, this race is for YOU.👟 The Open Mile is perfect for speedsters of every stride — your first mile, your fastest mile, your funnest mile.
🎉 Expect high-voltage energy, cheering crowds, and a brewery finish line that’s literally the best place to catch your breath. You bring the legs and Haulin Hops will be on site to serve up some tasty beverages! 🍺🎶
🏆 Stick around for awards and stories of the one time you almost outran your own shadow.
🗓 Race Day Details:
Why: To run the FASTEST MILE in the state — maybe your life
What: ⚡️ The Downville Mile
Where:
- Start Line @ 65 Whitlee Court, Greenville, SC 29607
- Finish Line @ 575 Mauldin Rd #200, Greenville, SC 29607
When:
- 🏃♂️ Open Race (7:00+ min) - 6:30pm
- 🏃♂️ Open Race (5:30+ min) – 6:45pm
- ⚡️ Elite Race (<5:30 min) – 7:00pm
🏅 Top 3 overall awards and age group awards
🏅Finishers Medals for all participants
📈 Course: 1 mile. 100+ feet of glorious downhill.
🔥 Results: Think PR city. Some runners have dropped over 30 seconds off their mile!
📦Packet Pickup: Confluence Center: 575 Mauldin Rd #200, Greenville, SC 29607 @ 5pm to 6pm
🅿 Parking: Parking will take place at the Confluence Center which is at the FINISH LINE of the race. Therfore ALL participants are required to walk/run to the start line as thier warm up prior to their races start. Please consider your travel time to the start line so we can start all races on time. If you are a beginner runner/walker you may be driven up to the start line but ALL cars must be OFF THE COURSE by 6:00pm
🗺 COURSE MAP – ZOOM!
🍺Haulin Hops: Will be on site serving up some cold brews after your finish
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
84°
Typical Low
65°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Greenville Dwtn Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Greenville, SC
Population
71,755
as of 2023
Elevation
927 ft
Nearest Airport
GSP
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport · 11 mi
Major Hub
CLT
Charlotte Douglas International Airport · 87 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Downville Mile?
- The Downville Mile is a running race held in Greenville, South Carolina on May 29, 2027. 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 Downville Mile?
- Saturday, May 29, 2027 in Greenville, South Carolina at 575 Mauldin Rd #200, Greenville, SC. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Downville Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Downville Mile
May 29, 2027