Montclair’s official
Summer Block Party
Get ready, Montclair — The Montclair Mile is back for Year 2, and we’re doubling down on everything: the racing, the energy, and the party. Last year, we had over 400 runners and walkers racing through the streets in front of packed sidewalks and cheering crowds. This year? We’re going bigger, louder, and tastier.
Whether you’re chasing a PR, trotting with your pup, or just in it for the beer and food trucks — this event is for you. Think block party meets race day, with back-to-back running/walking heats, DJ vibes, local vendors, and a full-on celebration just steps from the iconic Montclair Brewery.
The Schedule
Unlike your typical road race where everyone lines up at the same time, this event gives everyone the opportunity to race and to be a spectator/fan. While the final schedule will published closer to race day the event will start around 5:30pm and conclude around 8:00pm with the following order of events…
The Mellow Mile (Take it Easy, Walk it Proud)
Men's Open Mile (2-3 Heats)
Women's Open Mile (1-2 Heats)
Kids 1/2 Mile Dash
The Stroller Mile
Paws & Pavement (Runner & Leashed Dog)
Men's Showdown Mile (5:00 or faster projected)
Women's Showdown Mile (6:00 or faster projected)
The course
The course is 1/2 mile and will start on Depot Square heading north. Runners will stay straight for approximately .2 of a mile before making a left onto onto Sylvan Place, another left onto Forest Street, and a final left onto Walnut Street before passing Montclair Brewery and a left back onto Depot Square to complete the loop. This loop is 1/2 mile long and will be completed twice for a mile. The Strava route can be found here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3238972400288364806
More Information
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The races will start and finish in front of The Montclair Brewery (101 Walnut Street) in Montclair. All participants will be required to check-in for their races in front of the brewery before they compete.
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Yes, there will be a bagcheck close to the start/finish. We will provide an updated aerial map as we get closer to the event.
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There are several parking options in the nearby area (as well as plenty of side street parking) including
Midtown Parking Deck: 202 Glenridge Ave (2 block walk)
Midtown Parking Deck: (0.4 mile walk)
Crescent Deck: (0.5 mile walk)
Bay Street Deck: (0.7 mile walk)
Valley Road Deck: (0.7 mile walk)
Surface lots at Lackawanna Plaza, South Willow and South Fullerton (distance not specified)
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Yes! This year all runners will get a branded BOCO Bucket Hat as well as a drink ticket for a free drink at the Montclair Brewery. All runners who signup before 7/29 will also get a personalized race bib with your last name. There will be free giveaways from our partners as well!
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Coming Soon!
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Yes! This event is an approved part of the USATF Grand Prix Points Series. There are 500 points available for this event.
This event will help support the work of Toni’s Kitchen, a food ministry of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Montclair, NJ. Their goal is to ensure reliable access to healthy food for residents of West Orange, Montclair and Bloomfield. Toni’s Kitchen provides food to their neighbors in need in ways that respect their dignity, improve health, and foster independence. Toni’s Kitchen will be on-site at the event on August 7.
Intersted in being an Event sponsor or vendor?
Interested in joining the Montclair Mile party as an event sponsor or race day vendor? Whether you’re a local business looking to connect with the community, or a brand eager to share samples or information with hundreds of runners and families, we’d love to have you involved. It’s a great opportunity to engage with a fun, active crowd and be part of one of Montclair’s most exciting events. Just fill out this form and someone from our team will be in touch to chat through the details. Thanks for being part of the celebration!