721 S. Washtinaw Ave., Chicago IL
Friday, June 6th, 2025
🍻 Chicago Beer Mile Championships
The Chicago Beer Mile will take place on Friday June 6th at 721 S. Washtinaw Ave., Chicago, IL.
🏃♂️ Race Overview
- Distance: One mile of fun running.
- Format: Drink a beer, then run/walk/jog your way a quarter mile, and repeat three more times.
- Alternatives: Chocolate Milk Mile and Non Alcoholic Beer Mile for those who prefer not to consume beer.
- Volunteers: Volunteers are also needed.
⏰ Schedule of Events
- 6:00 PM: Beer Mile Section 1
- 6:20 PM: Beer Half Mile
- 6:40 PM: Elite Women Beer Mile
- 7:00 PM: Elite Men Beer Mile
💰 Prize Information
- Top Prize: $500 for 1st place.
- Runner Up: $250 for 2nd place.
- Third Place: $100 for 3rd place.
- Eligibility: Must compete in the elite section to qualify for prize money: email bob@ilpreptoptiming.com to request entry.
📜 Official Rules
- Beer Consumption: Each competitor drinks four cans or bottles of beer and runs four laps around a standard 400m track.
- Drinking Zone: Beer must be consumed in the 9-meter transition area before each lap.
- Age Requirement: Every competitor MUST be over 21 years of age. Identification will be checked at packet pickup.
- Penalty Lap: Competitors who vomit must complete one penalty lap at the race's end.
🔗 More Information
Visit the official race page for more details: Chicago Beer Mile Championships.
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