Grand Blue Mile
About this race
presented by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Join fellow runners on April 20, 2027 for the Grand Blue Mile. It's a fantastic 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Des Moines.
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Grand Blue Mile - Recreational Division (ages 18 & up)
Grand Blue Mile - Competitive Division (ages 18 & up)
Virtual Grand Blue Mile
Weather Overview
These values represent the 5-year monthly averages for April in Des Moines.
About Des Moines
Grand Blue Mile takes place in Des Moines, Iowa, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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