The BKLYN MILE
The BKLYN MILE is a running race on August 2, 2026 in Brooklyn, NY, with entry fees from $15 to $55.
- Date
- August 2, 2026 (11 days to go)
- Price
- $15–$55
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
2026 BKLYN MILE
- Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026
- Location: Kent Avenue, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
- Distance: USATF-Certified Point-to-Point Road Mile
EVERYTHING TO KNOW
- The BKLYN MILE, presented by HOKA, runs along Kent Avenue through the heart of Williamsburg
- The course starts south of the Williamsburg Bridge on South 10th Street and Kent Avenue and finishes adjacent to Marsha P. Johnson State Park pm Kent Avenue.
- Open to all levels — from beginners to the most competitive runners
- All proceeds benefit Girls on the Run NYC
- Race day packet pick-up, bag drop and event expo at Marsha P. Johnson State Park from 7:30–9am
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
85°
Typical Low
70°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from New York Cntrl Pk Twr, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Brooklyn, NY
Population
8,516,202
as of 2023
City Elevation
55 ft
Nearest Airport
JFK
John F. Kennedy International Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The BKLYN MILE, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
11
Days to train
- Race
- The BKLYN MILE
- Date
- August 2, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Brooklyn than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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The BKLYN MILE
Aug 2, 2026