First Avenue Mile

About the Event

The heart of Hibbing summer is on display, where the historic First Avenue Mile draws runners and spectators alike for one unforgettable race. This one-mile dash—equal parts grit, celebration, and tradition—is the perfect distance to challenge seasoned competitors while still welcoming casual joggers and first-timers looking for a fun reason to lace up their old trainers. The course is lined with cheering neighbors, music, and the buzz of community spirit, making it more than just a race—it's a festival of speed, sweat, and camaraderie. Whether you're chasing a personal record or just running with friends, the First Avenue Mile is the can’t-miss event that defines summer at its best.

STARTING LINE: 3401 1st Ave

BIB PICK-UP: 5:30-6:30pm

START TIMES: Racers will self-seed on race day. All times will be combined regardless of start wave. Awards will be given to the top finishers per age group regardless of start wave

Wave 1: 7:00pm (competitive)
Wave 2: 7:20 (recreational)
Wave 3 7:40 (relaxed).

AWARDS: Awards will be at approximately 8pm. Street sign awards for males and females places 1-3 in the following age groups

0-13
14-24
25-34
35-44
45-54
55 and up

FINISHERS: All finishers will receive a First Avenue Mile keychain and refreshments.

T-SHIRTS: are guaranteed for the first 250 registrations.

REGISTRATION: All participants must register online. Please register prior to arrival to expedite bib pick up

$15 early bird: May 1 - June 12
$20 regular price: June 13 - July 9
$25 late registration: July 10

Races Offered

Jul 10, 2026

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Distance — 1 Miles

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Type — Running

timer

19:00

sell

$15.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Hibbing.

thermostat Temperature

14.7° / 24.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.8° / 23.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 37m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.1 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.6)

humidity_mid Humidity

74.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:32

nightlight Sunset

21:01

About Hibbing

Learn more about the host city, Hibbing.

Hibbing is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 16,214 at the 2020 census. The city was built on mining the rich iron ore of the Mesabi Iron Range and still relies on that industry today. At the edge of town is the world's largest open-pit iron mine, the Hull–Rust–Mahoning Open Pit Iron Mine.