Bluegrass Mile: A Festival of Miles
- Date Fri 11th April 2025
- Time 7:00PM EST
- Location Lexington, Kentucky
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of excitement at the Bluegrass Mile: A Festival of Miles on Friday, April 11, 2025, in beautiful Lexington, Fayette! This thrilling event invites runners of all abilities to experience the joy of racing eight furlongs on the smooth, packed surface of the historic Red Mile track. Whether you’re a first-time racer, a seasoned veteran, or simply looking to enjoy a community walk, the fourth annual Bluegrass Mile has something for everyone.
Participants can look forward to multiple heats for the mile race, including an elite category and three open heats, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun. Plus, don’t miss the chance to form a team for the exciting Trifecta Relay, where teams of three will each tackle 1/3 of a mile (1760 ft). With On Running providing demo shoes, you might just find your next favorite pair while running an extra mile or two! Join us for this unique opportunity to race under the lights and create lasting memories at the Bluegrass Mile!
Participants can look forward to multiple heats for the mile race, including an elite category and three open heats, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun. Plus, don’t miss the chance to form a team for the exciting Trifecta Relay, where teams of three will each tackle 1/3 of a mile (1760 ft). With On Running providing demo shoes, you might just find your next favorite pair while running an extra mile or two! Join us for this unique opportunity to race under the lights and create lasting memories at the Bluegrass Mile!
Organiser's Description
Channel your inner equine: Race eight furlongs on a smooth, packed surface.
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.
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.
Races
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Bluegrass Mile (Open 1)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Shirt (Unisex)
Fri 11th April 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$22.20
Please select this option if you wish to complete ONE mile/heat. -
Bluegrass Mile (Open 2)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Shirt (Unisex)
Fri 11th April 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$32.80
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Bluegrass Mile (Open 3)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & Shirt (Unisex)
Fri 11th April 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$38.10
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Trifecta Relay
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Fri 11th April 2025 (7:00PM EDT)
$11.60
Gather a team of three to complete the mile distance. Each team member will complete one 1760ft leg of the race, tagging their next team member.
Bluegrass Mile: A Festival of Miles