4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport 2026 — Newport, RI

Date
May 19, 2026
Location
Newport, RI
Venue
Run Newport
Start Time
6:30 PM
Entry Fee
$0.00
Events
2026 ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport, Virtual 2026 ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport
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The 4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport starts at 6:30 PM, making it accessible for travelers arriving throughout the day. Held in Newport, Rhode Island, this one-mile running event takes place on May 19, 2026, at Run Newport. The race is free to enter, removing financial barriers for those already traveling to the area for the event. With an evening start time and a single-mile distance, this race works well for runners seeking a quick, social outing or as a warm-up activity during a longer race weekend in Newport. The modest distance and zero entry fee make it an easy addition to any travel itinerary in the region.

From the Race Organizer
Join us on Tuedsay, May 19, 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 denim—all 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 everyone—whether personally or through a lo

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport 2026 — Newport, RI?

4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport 2026 — Newport, RI takes place on May 19, 2026. The race is held in Newport, Rhode Island.

Where is 4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport 2026 — Newport, RI held?

4th Annual ASICS Blue Jean Mile Newport 2026 — Newport, RI is held at Run Newport in Newport, Rhode Island.

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