QDR Elmhurst Mile
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Elmhurst Mile QDR 2027
The Elmhurst Mile QDR is a community mile race held in Elmhurst, Queens, with additional youth events. The course starts at Frank O'Connor Park, runs up Woodside Avenue past Little Thailand Way, turns left on 72nd Street, then left onto 45th Avenue and finishes with nearly a half mile downhill toward CC Moore Park. The event is planned to take place rain or shine.
Distances:
- Mile for adults and general competitors
- 400 m untimed dash for kids
Logistics note that participants must walk up to Frank O'Connor Park for the start of the mile or to 76th Street for the kids dash. Baggage may be left at CC Moore Homestead Park, which is less than a three block walk from the start area. Day-of bib pickup is available at Frank O'Connor Park with event staff. Virtual bibs are shipped; the shipping window ranges from one week prior to one week after the event.
Awards include top three M/F/X overall and top three M/F/X in age groups 20-29, 30-39, and 40 plus. Results are provided live online and via email or text, and same-day finish line photos and race video are available. Registration is not yet open; organizers offer notification options for when registration becomes available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
