The Sunset Mile
- Date
- June 19, 2026
- Location
- 135 Center St, Westerville, OH
- Distance
- 12+ minute mile · Sub-11 min heat · Sub-10 min heat & more
From the Organizer
The Sunset Mile is a night of paced 1 mile races. Set your goal time, meet us at the track, and we'll supply pacers to help you chase that goal.
Whether you're new to the track or a seasoned pro, there's a spot on the starting line for you. We'll pump up the music, you'll dig deep, and then everyone can celebrate trackside as we cheer on the other races.
WHAT: The Sunset Mile, an evening of paced 1 mile races on the track
WHEN: Friday, June 19 with races starting at 7pm
WHERE: Otterbein University's Memorial Stadium at 135 Center St, Westerville, OH 43081
EVENT FLOW: We'll run heats of the mile from slowest to fastest starting at 7pm, with pace leaders on the starting line of each to guide you towards your goal time
BONUS: Test run the latest Nike racing flats and track spikes, including Nike Alphafly 3, Vaporfly 4, and Streakfly 2 plus the Dragonfly 2 and Air Zoom Victory 2 spikes
4x400 Throwdown: Back by popular demand, the 4x400 Relay is available for FREE! See below for more information.
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
62°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westerville, OH
Population
2,095
as of 2023
Elevation
854 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern 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?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Sunset Mile, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
More Running races near Westerville, OH
Rainbow Run
Less than a mile away
Rotary Club of Westerville Independence Day 5K
5K
Less than a mile away
2026 All-Ohio XC Camp
Less than a mile away
Arch City XC Festival
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
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 Sunset Mile?
- The Sunset Mile is a running race held in Westerville, Ohio on June 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 Sunset Mile?
- Friday, June 19, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio at 135 Center St, Westerville, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Sunset Mile?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Sunset Mile
Jun 19, 2026