President's Day 5K

President's Day 5K

Montclair, New Jersey, United States View on map
Feb 14, 2027 (America/New_York local time)
Running

About this race

Kick off your spring racing season at the inaugural President's Day 5K, presented by the Montclair Art Museum! 

 When: Sunday, February 14th at 8:00 AM

Where: Montclair Art Museum: 3 South Mountain Ave Montclair, NJ

The Montclair Art Museum (MAM) is Northern New Jersey’s premier public arts institution, a civic anchor, and a vibrant cultural hub presenting dynamic exhibitions, public programs, studio art classes, group tours, and community partnerships that spark creativity, collaboration, and conversation. MAM was established in 1914 with significant collections of historical and contemporary American and Native American art. Today, the Museum maintains its commitment to emerging, underrepresented, and regional artists with a renowned collection of more than 14,000 works. The MAM School of Art welcomes all ages and abilities year-round for award-winning educational programming and accessibility initiatives, including classes, workshops, and camps. MAM is a gathering place and community catalyst that invites dialogue, empowers all voices, embraces creative expression, and fosters belonging, connection, and awe. 

The first 100 registered runners will receive a commemorative pair of Gloves!

Medals to all finishers!

Registered runners get a long-sleeve shirt! (sizing not guaranteed).

The Course: USATF Certified - Rolling but fast! Enjoy a scenic run through the picturesque streets of Montclair.

USATF Sanctioned Event.

Post Race refreshments!

 Valentine's Day Special: Grab your partner and compete for our special Fastest Couple Award! Register under Groups!

Awards:
Top 3 Male & Female Overall
Age Groups: 14 & under, 15–19, 20–29, and 5-year divisions from 30 to 85+. 

 Packet Pick-Up & Registration:
 Saturday, Feb 13 (10AM – 4PM): Fleet Feet Montclair (603 Bloomfield Ave)
 Race Day, Feb 14 (Starts at 7:00 AM): On-site at the Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Ave

Pick your distance

Running

President's Day 5K

Feb 14, 2027 5K 8:00 AM
$40.00
Open

President's Day 5K - Kids 12 and Under

Feb 14, 2027 5K 8:00 AM
$30.00
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Montclair, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) -4.1° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 3.1°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) -9.3° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) -0.4°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
14.6
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
0.5mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
76.1%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on February 14, 2027 (EST)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on February 14, 2027 (EST)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
10h 37m

The sun rises at 6:52 AM and sets at 5:29 PM local time (EST) in Montclair on February 14, 2027 — 10h 37m of daylight.

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 20 Montclair events

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