Sports City Beer/Cider/Seltzer Mile

Event Overview

The Beer (+ Cider/Seltzer) Mile is equal parts gastric challenge and athletic endeavor, requiring competitors to drink a 355ml beer/cider/seltzer (5% minimum ABV) before every quarter mile of the race, totaling four beers/cider/seltzers over the one-mile course.

Race Format

• Drinking and Running: Drink 4 beers/cider/seltzers and run 4 laps in alternating fashion as quickly as you can.
• Consumption Rules: Each competitor drinks four cans or bottles of beverage and runs four laps (start with chugging a beer/cider/seltzer, then run a lap, then beer/cider/seltzer, then lap, etc.).
• Designated Area: Beer/cider/seltzer must be consumed within the drinking area before the lap begins.
• Movement Allowed: Competitors can walk/move in the drinking area while drinking, but all beverages must be consumed in the drinking area before setting off to run a lap.

Competition Rules

• Can and Bottle Restrictions: Beer/cider/seltzer cans must not be tampered with in any manner (e.g., no shotgunning, puncturing the can, etc.).
• No Aids Allowed: No straws or other aids allowed that speed up the pouring process.
• Opening Method: The only action allowed is opening the can with the tab at the top or twisting off the bottle cap of a bottle.
• Course Compliance: Competitors must follow the course as laid out - through parking lots and on sidewalks. Running in the road will not be encouraged, but allowed only when necessary.

Eligibility and Safety

• Age Requirement: Event is open to those 21 years of age and older, subject to verification at the event.
• Safety Encouragement: We highly encourage a designated driver to accompany you to the race for safe transportation home following the conclusion of our event.

Event Details

• Date: 2026-11-29
• Location: 1407 Niagara St, Buffalo, NY
• More Information: Visit the race page