Michigan · 1K
Wurst Kilometer
Wurst Kilometer is a 1K event held in Detroit, Michigan. It was last held on August 2, 2026 and is usually run in August; the next date hasn't been announced yet.
- Usually held
- August
- Location
- Detroit, MI
Race details
- Last held
- August 2, 2026
- Usually held in
- August
- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Distances
- 1K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- mihotdogmile.com
About the Wurst Kilometer
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. You know you want to give it a shot. Also, it is the wurst kilometer, so it’s happening mid-afternoon in August. Registration in…
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Wurst Kilometer: common questions
- When is the Wurst Kilometer?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in August. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Wurst Kilometer held?
- In Detroit, Michigan.
- What distances does the Wurst Kilometer offer?
- 1K.
- How do I register for the Wurst Kilometer?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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