Boston Marathon
Event summary
Prepare yourself for the biggest event on the global racing calendar. This race will see you being cheered by seemingly endless supporters along the course. If you can qualify or get a place with a charity, you'll be in for a once in a lifetime experience. Come for the prestige and the competition.
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How to enter
What's included:
Admission to the Boston Marathon Expo
Long sleeved tech shirt by adidas
Bib number
An official result from an electronically recorded official timing system
Participant Gear Check bag
Boston Marathon Official Program
Complimentary ticket for the Pre-Race Dinner, presented by Blue Diamond Almond Breeze
Complimentary transportation to the start
Access to the Athletes’ Village in Hopkinton, providing entertainment, light refreshments, Poland Spring Natural Spring Water, Gatorade Endurance Formula, ClifBar products, bagels, tenting, and portable toilets.
Poland Spring Natural Spring Water, Gatorade Endurance Formula, and Clif Energy Gel along the course
Medical facilities along the course and at the finish area
Athlete tracking
A finisher’s medal upon finishing the marathon (to be considered an official finisher, you must cross the finish line on Boylston Street prior to finish mats being removed)
Baggage and dressing area (no showers)
Massage
Family meeting area
Admission to the official Awards Ceremony
Complimentary ticket for the Post-Race Party, presented by Samuel Adams
Finisher’s certificate (for official finishers only, mailed during the summer)
Results book (mailed over the summer)
Marathon
Run 26.2mi
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Running Events in the United States
Running Events in the United States
Start Times- all ET
09:02 Men's Wheelchair
09:05 Women's Wheelchair
09:30 Handcycles & Duos
09:37 Elite Men
09:45 Elite Women
09:50 Para Athletics Divisions
10:00 Wave One
10:25 Wave Two
10:50 Wave Three
11:15 Wave Four
Travel wise, spectators can use buses and subway all day with the 1 day pass, or alternatively use the Marathon Pass ($15) to hop on and off commuter rail all day - though this can't be used on subway or bus. There are plenty of subway stops within walking distance of much of the course - consult the MBTA website for more info.
The most popular viewing spots for spectators are:
- 13.1 mile mark
- Newton firehouse
- Heartbreak Hill
- Boston College
- The final turn onto Boylston Street
- The finish
It may be worth walking a few hundred yards either side of these spots though, as you'll be more likely to be able to see the action!
1 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
Get directionsBAA Buses to the start
The only reliable method of transport for runners are the buses provided by the race organisers from Charles Street.
Subway
There are multiple subway options to reach the pick up point on Charles Street
- Green - to Park Street, Boylston or Arlington
- Red - to Park Street
- Orange - to Downtown Crossing
Commuter Rail
Any route can be taken into the city - you will arrive at either North or South station depending which side of the city you are situated in. From North, afterwards take the Green Line to Arlington. From South, take the Red Line to Park Street, and transfer to the Green Line, which will take you to Arlington.
Buses
Normal buses will also be in operation, but bear in mind some may be diverted around the marathon course on race day. Check travel alerts for the most up to date info.
Robbyanto Budiman
Steph Ede
Marathon
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.
Start Times- all ET
09:02 Men's Wheelchair
09:05 Women's Wheelchair
09:30 Handcycles & Duos
09:37 Elite Men
09:45 Elite Women
09:50 Para Athletics Divisions
10:00 Wave One
10:25 Wave Two
10:50 Wave Three
11:15 Wave Four
Travel wise, spectators can use buses and subway all day with the 1 day pass, or alternatively use the Marathon Pass ($15) to hop on and off commuter rail all day - though this can't be used on subway or bus. There are plenty of subway stops within walking distance of much of the course - consult the MBTA website for more info.
The most popular viewing spots for spectators are:
- 13.1 mile mark
- Newton firehouse
- Heartbreak Hill
- Boston College
- The final turn onto Boylston Street
- The finish
It may be worth walking a few hundred yards either side of these spots though, as you'll be more likely to be able to see the action!
1 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02114, USA
Get directionsBAA Buses to the start
The only reliable method of transport for runners are the buses provided by the race organisers from Charles Street.
Subway
There are multiple subway options to reach the pick up point on Charles Street
- Green - to Park Street, Boylston or Arlington
- Red - to Park Street
- Orange - to Downtown Crossing
Commuter Rail
Any route can be taken into the city - you will arrive at either North or South station depending which side of the city you are situated in. From North, afterwards take the Green Line to Arlington. From South, take the Red Line to Park Street, and transfer to the Green Line, which will take you to Arlington.
Buses
Normal buses will also be in operation, but bear in mind some may be diverted around the marathon course on race day. Check travel alerts for the most up to date info.
Robbyanto Budiman
Steph Ede
Marathon
Interested in volunteering at this event?
Organisers are always looking for an extra pair of hands and there are plenty of roles to fill!
Complete this short form and the organiser will be in touch.
By submitting, you’re accepting that we’ll pass your details onto the event organiser. We won’t pass your details onto anyone else.