Hot Dog Mile not enough of a challenge? Looking to add another ridiculous race to your repertoire? The Wurst Kilometer is your next terrible idea in motion. Eat a bratwurst, chug a milko pour, and then take off for a one-kilometer dash that your stomach will remember long after you finish. If you want bragging rights for doing something no reasonable person should attempt, this is your race.
What is it though?
The Wurst Kilometer was dreamed up after one too many at Meantime in Detroit. It’s one brat, one mliko and one highly questionable kilometer. Its the kind of thing that shouldn’t exist but now that it does, you know you want to try it. Just like its daddy race, all proceeds after cost will be donated to Rebel Dogs Detroit. Unlike its daddy, there are no laps involved. Slots are super limited. You know you want to give it a shot. Also, it is the wurst kilometer, so it’s happening mid-afternoon in August.
By the way, if you’re not familiar, this is a mliko pour.
Date, Time & Registration
August 2, 2026 at Meantime (3409 Cass Ave, Detroit). Wave start. $60 including this sweet, truly one-of-a-kind tank. Registration opens January 9th, 2026 at 10 am. Limited space, 48 participants.
Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Detroit/WurstKilometer
Race Schedule & Course
1 pm: registration opens
1:30 pm: Wave 1
2:00 pm: Wave 2
2:30 pm: Wave 3
Course is one solid lap. Finish your brat and your mliko before you take off.
Race Rules
- Racers will consume 1 bratwurst (w/bun) and 1 mliko pour before running the 1 km course
- Brat and mliko must be fully consumed before you take off
- condiments are not optional, brats will be dressed with onions and mustard
- reversal of fortune = DQ
- awards for first, second, and third overall based on time
- not a closed course
Other FAQs
Is this a closed course? Nope, so be careful and stick to the sidewalks!
Are dogs allowed? Not to run, but your furry friend is welcome to hang out at Meantime.
What if I want a t-shirt but don’t want to run? Check out our spectator ticket option or merch store on the registration page to make a donation and pick up a t-shirt! Limited number available to purchase day of.
What if I don’t eat brats? Unfortunately, unlike the hot dog mile, for this one we’re unable to honor any dietary requests.
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