Grand Blue Mile

APR

20

2027

The Grand Blue Mile is a one mile running event in Des Moines on April 20, 2027, with recreational and competitive divisions for youth and adults. A virtual option and a separate Spike's Sprint are included, with registration opening April 22, 2026.

Tue 20 Apr 2027

Des Moines, Iowa

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Grand Blue Mile

The Grand Blue Mile is a community running event held on April 20, 2027, at Western Gateway Park in Des Moines, Iowa. The event is presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

The program includes multiple race divisions organized by age and competition level. Divisions listed by the organizer include recreational and competitive divisions for ages 18 and up, divisions for ages 13 to 17, and youth divisions for ages 12 and under. In addition to the in-person divisions, a Virtual Grand Blue Mile is offered and the schedule also notes an event called Spike's Sprint.

Each of the primary race entries is a one mile distance, noted as 1 Mile for listed divisions. Registration details provided by the organizer indicate an opening on April 22, 2026, and a closing on April 28, 2026. The listed registration fee for entries is $10.00.

The description reflects the event format, location, date, divisions by age and competition level, the virtual option, and the sponsor as provided by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Grand Blue Mile - Competitive Division (ages 13-17)

Grand Blue Mile - Competitive Division (ages 18 & Up)

Grand Blue Mile - Recreational Division (ages 13-17)

Grand Blue Mile - Recreational Division (ages 18 & Up)

Grand Blue Mile - Youth Competitive Division (ages 12 and Under)

Grand Blue Mile - Youth Recreational Division (ages 12 & Under)

Spike's Sprint