
The Blue Jay Mile
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
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When and where is The Blue Jay Mile?
The Blue Jay Mile is on Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Fort Worth, Texas. The first event starts at 7:00 AM local time. Distances: Short, 1 Mile, fun run and walk. Current entry fees run $10 to $20 on RunSignup, before processing fees. Online registration is open and closes Dec 5, 2026.
Events & distances
| Event | Distance | Start | Entry fee | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mc6 Blue Jay Mile (6th Graders) | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 3, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile 5th | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile 4th | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile 3rd | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| The Mini Mile K-2nd | 800m | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile Open and Alumni Run (9th Grade and up) | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile Fun Run/Walk | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $0.00 until Dec 1, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 2, 2026 |
| Blue Jay Mile CADENCE | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $10.00 until Dec 5, 2026 | Opens Oct 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 5, 2026 |
| 'The Cadence Mile' (7th and 8th Grade) | 1 Miles | Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 AM | $20.00 until Dec 2, 2026 | Opens Sep 27, 2026 · Closes Dec 3, 2026 |
Fees shown are the RunSignup price tier in effect now, before processing fees. Times are local to the race.
About The Blue Jay Mile
6th Annual Mc6 Blue Jay Mile
December 5, 2026
This is the 6th Annual Blue Jay Mile. The goal has always been to get and keep kids active while promoting youth running. The first race of the day is the 6th grade race with runners trying to beat the school record. One mile races follow for all other elementary age groups and an Open/Alumni race. The Blue Jay Mile has steadily grown and adds more competitive races each year. This year we will have a competitive middle school race. Cadence Running Club is now hosting this event with the mission of growing youth distance running in Fort Worth. Cadence Running Club
This is race, run or walk for the whole family and for any kids wanting to see how fast they can run a mile!
Competitive Mile Boys and Girls Races
- 6th graders
- 3rd-5th graders
- A mini mile for K-2nd (1-2 laps)
- 7th and 8th Grade Mile
- Open/Alumni Mile for 9th grade and up and up
Race Day Schedule*
7:45 Fun Run/Walk
8:00 6th Grade Boys
8:15 6th Grade Girls
8:30 5th Boys and Girls
8:45 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls
9:00 K-2nd Mini-Mile (2 laps)
9:15 The Cadence Mile 7th/8th Middle School Boys and Girls (will divide if needed)
9:30 Open/Alumni Mile (High School and Up)
*Race times are tentative, races might be combined or split depending on number of runners. If needed, Updated race times will be sent out prior to race day.
Description provided by the race organizer via RunSignup.
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