From Start Lines to Good Times

June is packed with community runs, meaningful celebrations, and plenty of reasons to lace up—here’s your all-in-one event guide.

YMCA 10K & 2-Miler

June 1st | 8:00 AM
Kick off June with the 42nd Annual Montclair Run! Choose between a USATF-certified 10K or a relaxed, family-friendly 2-Mile Fun Run through Montclair’s scenic streets.
Proceeds support the Y’s Community Health Program Fund.

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The Big Run – Global Running Day

June 4th | 6:30 PM
Get ready for a town-wide scavenger hunt and a high-energy post-run bash at Egan & Sons! Enjoy your first drink on us, plus DJ beats, giveaways, and swag from Brooks, Nuun, Currex, and Feetures.

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The Lager Run 5K

June 8th | 5:30 PM
Fast, festive, and fun! Race through Glen Ridge, finish on the track at Hurrell Field, then head straight into a celebration with beer and bites.
Benefits the Glen Ridge Community Fund.

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Juneteenth Unity Run & Walk

June 19th | 6:00 PM
Join us, Saucony, and Black Men Run for an evening honoring movement, history, and community. Test the latest Saucony shoes, connect with others, and reflect together.

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Black Men Run's Juneteenth 5K

June 21st | 8:30 AM
Celebrate health, heritage, and unity at this welcoming family-friendly 5K starting at the West Orange Reservoir’s Paddle Boat House.

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The Pride Stride

June 25th | 6:00 PM
Join Mizuno and Montclair Brewery for our 6th annual Run-a-bration—run, walk, or roll in a celebration of love and inclusion. Then toast your finish in the Beer Garden—first round’s on us!
Proceeds benefit OUT Montclair.

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The Sunset Classic

June 26th | 7:30 PM
This iconic 5-mile evening race lights up Bloomfield with energy and purpose. Run under the stars and stay for a lively after-party!
Supports the Bloomfield Educational Foundation & VEST Program.

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