Around the World in 2026 – Global Mileage Challenge

Around the World in 2026 is a year-long virtual mileage challenge where participants log miles toward a shared global goal — the 24,901 miles it takes to circle the Earth. Count all running and/or walking miles between January 1 and December 31, 2026.  Simply log as many miles as you can. Whether you’re walking a few miles a week or running every day, every mile matters. Together, we’ll journey around the world — one step at a time. Log your running and walking miles throughout the year and move through different milestones as you log more and more miles.   Here are the milestones you can achieve: 🌱 Explorer — 250 Miles 🧭 Adventurer — 500 Miles 🏃‍♀️ Voyager — 1,000 Miles 🌍 Global Legend — 2026+ Miles This event is free to sign up and start logging your miles.  At the end of the year you will have an option to purchase a custom medal that will include your name and the total number of miles you logged in 2026!      What is a Virtual Race?