Hosted by the Fairmont State XC program, the Fairmont Sunset Mile is a fast and fun downhill race in the Friendly City. Runners will toe the start line at the top of Morgantown Avenue and race toward the finish inside Palatine Park. Local businesses and vendors will be set up in the park serving refreshments, selling merchandise and handing out freebies! All registration proceeds will benefit Fairmont State XC.
Date: Friday, June 6, 2025
Time: Race start at 7:00 p.m. across from Advance Auto on Morgantown Avenue. Kids race will take place inside Palatine Park at 7:25 p.m.
Race day registration and bib pick-up will be from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. near the boat ramp at Palatine Park.
There will be no shuttles between the start and finish lines. Participants can either park at Palatine Park and warm up to the start or utilize street parking in residential neighborhoods near the start line.
Entry Fees:
One mile: $20 (first 100 participants will receive a race day t-shirt)
Kids 400: $5 (all participants will receive a prize)
Awards: We are excited to offer a PRIZE PURSE to the Top 3 Men and Top 3 Women! 1st - $100, 2nd - $75, 3rd - $50. Our first-place male and female Fairmont State XC Alumni will receive awards.
💥PERKS💥
- FREE beer ticket to use at the post-race party at Stumptown Ales (participants 21+)
- FREE pizza for all participants
- FREE race day photos
Local businesses in attendance:
- Loving WV
- Bridgeport Running
- Parkside Coffee
We’re also thrilled to once again be part of the Marion County Running and Walking Club race series!
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Kids 400 Closed
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$7.50Apr 13 - Jun 5
Fairmont Sunset Mile Closed
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$23.62Apr 13 - Jun 5
Contact information
- Event contact
- Kaylyn Christopher
