Des Moines Hosts the 2026 USATF 1 Mile Championships

On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, the city of Des Moines, Iowa, hosted the prestigious 2026 USATF 1 Mile Championships.

This exciting competition served as a highlight of the 17th annual Grand Blue Mile.

As a central part of the legendary Drake Relays, the race drew top-tier athletes, including Olympians, to the city's fast, USATF-certified downtown course.

For the first time, the event also featured the 2026 USATF Masters 1 Mile Championships for athletes over 40.

With thousands of recreational runners joining the pros on the course, the event fostered an electric, spectator-friendly atmosphere, further cementing Des Moines' status as a premier destination for competitive road racing in the United States.