Bluegrass Mile

APR
17
2026
Race on the historic dirt track at Lexington's Red Mile. Choose the classic one-mile event or the new 5k, which combines the track with a short road section. This unique evening event does not allow strollers or dogs.
Fri 17 Apr 2026
5 kilometers

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Race Overview

The Bluegrass Mile & Trotters 5k! is an event offering two race distances: a one-mile race and a 5-kilometer race. It will be held at the Red Mile venue in Lexington, Kentucky.

Location and Course Details

The races take place at the Red Mile, located at 1200 Red Mile Road. The one-mile event is run entirely on the venue's smooth, packed dirt track, covering a distance of 5,280 feet. For the 5k event, participants start on the iconic Red Mile race track, then exit for a short out-and-back section before returning to run a final lap on the track's inner circuit.

Event Information

This will be the fourth annual edition of the event. The number of registrants for the mile may determine the number of heats, and if participant numbers allow, both the mile and 5k runners may start at the same time. Strollers and dogs are not permitted at this race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Trotters 5k
Bluegrass Mile