Running the BKLYN MILE is like getting shot out of a cannon and falling into a mosh pit. But in an exhilarating way. Personal bests abound for experienced runners, and it’s a unique opportunity for beginners and/or back-of-the-packers to experience a unique trip along Williamsburg’s main artery. Set a goal for yourself this summer, or bet with your friends as to how fast you can run the one-mile distance:

Starting from South 10th Street, coursing along Kent Avenue, under the Williamsburg Bridge, and onward through the heart of North Brooklyn to end at North 9th Street: Route

Presented by #HOKA, the waves and the associated start times are as follows:

9:30AM: Masters Women (40 and older)
9:50AM: Masters Men (40 and older)
10:10AM: Bandit Women’s Open
10:30AM: Bandit Men’s Open
10:50AM: Trials of Miles Fast Movers Women’s Mile
11:10AM: Trials of Miles Fast Movers Men’s Mile
11:30AM: Quita Francique Friends & Family Mile

*** FOGO AZUL *** will cheer on all seven waves of BKLYN MILE’ers from the SE corner of South 2nd Street and Kent Avenue. with multiple sets from 9:00 to 11:30,

This year's sole beneficiary will be Girls on the Run NYC! GOTR provides fun, evidence-based programs that inspire participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves and others. Go Girls Go!