Bluegrass Mile & Trotters 5k! – Lexington, KY 2026

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. Mile & Trotters 5k Routes Parking & Course Access Map