The fourth annual edition of the Bluegrass Mile provides runners of all abilities a unique opportunity to cover 5,280 feet on the dirt track at Red Mile. Whether you're looking for a competitive mile or a community walk, all are welcome to join us for an evening on the track.
Awards TBD: Stay tuned to John's Run/Walk Shop socials for further announcements.
Multiple heats for the mile race allow runners of all abilities to participate in the event (1 Elite, 3 Open). Whether you're a first-time racer, a seasoned runner looking for a tune-up, or a competitive runner interested in a unique course, the Bluegrass Mile offers something for everyone. On Running will have demo shoes available. Run an extra mile or two in them. You may find your next go-to pair!
Want to run as a team? Enter the Trifecta Relay race! Teams of three will compete, with each team member running 1/3 of a mile (1760 ft). Look for designated exchange areas to tag your team members.
The races will run in the following order from 7pm:
Bluegrass Mile 1
Bluegrass Mile 2
Bluegrass Mile 3
Trifecta Relay
This is a unique opportunity to race around the track at Red Mile. We're unable to allow strollers or dogs for this race.
