Get ready to test your internal clock at the unique Jackpot Mile, hosted by the Chico Running Club on Sunday, January 11, 2026, in beautiful Chico, CA. This isn't just another mile race; it's a "blind race" where your pacing prowess is put to the ultimate test. Runners declare their target mile pace beforehand and then navigate the course without the aid of watches or phones, which are checked at registration. The closer you come to your predicted time, the greater your chance to win a share of the race's jackpot, with proceeds supporting the Chico Running Club's mission to foster the local running community.

The one-mile challenge unfolds on the newly paved North Park drive, featuring a straightforward half-mile out-and-back course that starts and finishes near the One Mile Sycamore Pool on the Vallombrosa Avenue side of Bidwell Park. This picturesque setting, nestled within Chico's expansive Bidwell Park, offers generally flat terrain as it traces the Sacramento Valley floor, providing a pleasant backdrop for your focused effort. Typical race day conditions in January in Chico bring cool temperatures, with highs around 54°F and lows around 36°F, and a 25% chance of precipitation, making for invigorating running weather. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your achievement and enjoy refreshments with fellow participants.