The Sew Hop'd Beer Mile takes place at Union Special Plaza in Huntley, Illinois, on July 25, 2026. This one-mile running event starts at 2:00 PM and combines running with beer consumption in a format that appeals to runners looking for a social, unconventional race experience. Entry fees range from $45 to $75. Huntley offers a range of lodging options within reasonable driving distance of the venue, making it accessible for athletes traveling to the area. Whether you're a local runner seeking a casual summer event or visiting from out of town, this beer mile provides a low-distance format perfect for a weekend race schedule.
From the Race Organizer
Four 1/4 mile laps, runners drink a 12 once beer before each lap, (drink, run, drink, run, drink, run, drink, run). Must drink beer provided by event. NA Beer is available. OR Get your friends and run the relay! Four team members, each drinks a 12 once beer and runs 1 lap. (drink, run, tag the next team member). Heats of no more than 16 participants will start every 30 minutes. Event benefits The Huntley Historical Society. RAIN OR SHINE! All beer milers will be automatically entered in a raffle for 2 gift baskets from Rookies and a gift basket from Sew Hop'd. *New for 2026, if you sign up for both the Full Beer Mile and the Relay Mile (must be in the same transaction) you save $10.* *You will receive 1 swag bag and 1 shirt.* Packet Pickup: Saturday, July 25th, starts at 1 PM. The Beer Mile will Start with the first Relay Team Heat at 2 pm, second heat at 2:30 pm, signup for a heat when you check in. The Individual Beer Mile Heats will be 3 pm and 3:30 pm, signup for a heat when you check in.. Registration Prices after July 20: $75 for Beer Mile, $55 for Relay. *If you sign up after July 4, we cannot guarantee you will get a t-shirt, we will do our best to get you one in the correct size * Relay Teams: 4 members per team, 1 beer and 1 lap per team member! Course Records: Male: Ian Hussung - 6:35 - 2025 Daniel Richert 6:46 - 2024 Kris Pugawko - 7:08 - 2024 Female: Courtney Ofenloch - 10:02 - 2025 Savannah Henn - 12:38 - 2024 Savannah Henn - 13:27 - 2023 Relay Team: Malort Milers - 5:23 - 2025 Vomit Comets - 5:44 - 2025 Lager Heads - 5:46 - 2025 Photo Credits: Jenny Thorsen Registration Includes: T-Shirt, Custom Bib, Beer Glass, Finishers Medal, Chip Timing, Pictures *If you sign up after July 7, we cannot guarantee you will get a t-shirt, we will do our best to get you one in the correct size Food Trucks on site from 11am to 8 pm - Live Music from 6 PM to 8 PM Bring the family and a lawn chair, hang out and have fun! Raffles! MUST BE 21 Years of age on Event Date to Participate in the beer mile. Packet Pickup: Saturday, July 25th starts at 1 PM Beer Mile will be held RAIN OR SHINE! We will make every attempt to hold the event. If it is raining prior to the start time, Packet Pickup will be held inside the Sew Hop'd Brewery. We will wait out rain until it is safe to hold the event. We will not reschedule the event. We may cancel the event if heavy rain is predicted all afternoon. This event is a fundraiser so no refunds will be issued. Course: A quarter mile loop on a paved parking lot. Awards: Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female, Age Group Awards, Male and Female DFL (Dead Freaking Last) Beer Mile, Top 3 Relay Teams and DFL
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When is The Huntley Historical Society – Sew Hop’d Beer Mile 2026 — Huntley, IL?
The Huntley Historical Society – Sew Hop’d Beer Mile 2026 — Huntley, IL takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Huntley, Illinois.
Where is The Huntley Historical Society – Sew Hop’d Beer Mile 2026 — Huntley, IL held?
The Huntley Historical Society – Sew Hop’d Beer Mile 2026 — Huntley, IL is held at 1 Union Special Plaza in Huntley, Illinois.
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