3rd Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport
- Date Tue 20th May 2025
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Newport, Rhode Island
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for a fun and meaningful experience at the 3rd Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile in Newport on Tuesday, May 20, 2025! Starting at 6:30 PM at Run Newport, this unique event invites runners of all levels to don their favorite pair of blue jeans and participate in a spirited mile run. Inspired by elite athlete Johnny Gregorek, who set a world record for the fastest mile in denim, this event aims to raise awareness for mental health while promoting the importance of physical well-being.
Join fellow participants at 16 Long Wharf, Newport, RI, and be part of a movement that emphasizes the significance of mental health. With the opportunity to donate to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Rhode Island Chapter (NAMI-RI) during registration, you can contribute to a cause that touches us all. Whether you choose to walk, jog, or sprint, remember that the only requirement is to wear jeans! Come out, have fun, and show that every mile matters as we break the stigma surrounding mental health together. Don't miss out on this exciting event—sign up for free via RunSignUp and run for a reason!
Join fellow participants at 16 Long Wharf, Newport, RI, and be part of a movement that emphasizes the significance of mental health. With the opportunity to donate to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Rhode Island Chapter (NAMI-RI) during registration, you can contribute to a cause that touches us all. Whether you choose to walk, jog, or sprint, remember that the only requirement is to wear jeans! Come out, have fun, and show that every mile matters as we break the stigma surrounding mental health together. Don't miss out on this exciting event—sign up for free via RunSignUp and run for a reason!
Organiser's Description
Join us on Tuedsay, May 20, at 6:30 PM for the ASICS Blue Jean Mile at Run Newport - a one-of-a-kind event where speed meets style for a greater purpose.
In 2020, ASICS elite athlete Johnny Gregorek laced up in his favorite pair of blue jeans and set the World Record for the fastest mile ever run in denimall in an effort to raise awareness for mental health. Now, ASICS is carrying that mission forward, inviting runners everywhere to take part in our largest virtual Blue Jean Mile yet while also joining in-person events like this one in Providence.
As a brand built on the ethos of A Sound Mind in a Sound Body, ASICS is committed to supporting mental health, and the Gansett Run Club is proud to partner with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Rhode Island Chapter (NAMI-RI) for this event. During registration, participants will have the opportunity to donate to NAMI-RI and contribute to a cause that affects us all.
Mental health impacts everyonewhether personally or through a loved one. By showing up, running in jeans, and standing together, we help break the stigma and start conversations that can make a difference.
Location: Run Newport, 16 Long Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Date: Tuesday, May 20
alarm clock Time: 6:30 PM
Who Can Participate? Runners of all levels! Walk, jog, or sprintjust make sure you're rocking a pair of blue jeans.
Participation is FREE! Sign up via RunSignUp, grab your favorite pair of jeans, and meet us at Run Newport!
Come run for a reason, support a cause that matters, and show that every milejust like every conversationcan make an impact. The only rule? Jeans required.
In 2020, ASICS elite athlete Johnny Gregorek laced up in his favorite pair of blue jeans and set the World Record for the fastest mile ever run in denimall in an effort to raise awareness for mental health. Now, ASICS is carrying that mission forward, inviting runners everywhere to take part in our largest virtual Blue Jean Mile yet while also joining in-person events like this one in Providence.
As a brand built on the ethos of A Sound Mind in a Sound Body, ASICS is committed to supporting mental health, and the Gansett Run Club is proud to partner with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Rhode Island Chapter (NAMI-RI) for this event. During registration, participants will have the opportunity to donate to NAMI-RI and contribute to a cause that affects us all.
Mental health impacts everyonewhether personally or through a loved one. By showing up, running in jeans, and standing together, we help break the stigma and start conversations that can make a difference.
Location: Run Newport, 16 Long Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
Date: Tuesday, May 20
alarm clock Time: 6:30 PM
Who Can Participate? Runners of all levels! Walk, jog, or sprintjust make sure you're rocking a pair of blue jeans.
Participation is FREE! Sign up via RunSignUp, grab your favorite pair of jeans, and meet us at Run Newport!
Come run for a reason, support a cause that matters, and show that every milejust like every conversationcan make an impact. The only rule? Jeans required.
3rd Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport
