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.
We will also be introducing a 5k for 2026! 5k participants will experience the iconic Red Mile race track, and then exit the track for a short out and back before returning to the track, and running a lap of the inner circuit too!
The number of sign ups for the mile will determine how many heats we will seed runners into. If numbers permit we will send the milers & 5k runners off at the same time.
This is a unique opportunity to race around the track at Red Mile. We're unable to allow strollers or dogs for this race.
Apr 17, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
19:00
$12.00
Apr 17, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
19:00
$20.00
Apr 17, 2026
Distance — 1 Miles
Type — Running
61 days remaining
$20.00
Apr 17, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
61 days remaining
$20.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Lexington.
Lexington is the second largest city in Kentucky, located in the Bluegrass Region. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, Lexington has traditionally been dominated by the horse industry and is also heavily influenced by the University of Kentucky, the state's flagship university and the largest employer in the city. The horse industry has greatly influenced Lexington's culture and scenic beauty; the University of Kentucky and Transylvania University contribute to a college town atmosphere with a richer and more diverse culture than some might expect from its size and location. Lexington's compact central downtown district is surrounded by historic neighborhoods. Lexington is in the heart of the Bluegrass region of Kentucky and is still home to hundreds of horse farms.
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calendar_today Mar 28, 2026
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