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Running in Boston
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Running in Boston

The most prestigious finish line in running

About running in Boston

Boston is where running legends are made. The Boston Marathon, held every Patriots Day in April, is the oldest annual marathon in the world and the most prestigious finish line a competitive runner can cross. Qualifying for Boston is a goal that drives training blocks for millions of runners worldwide. The point to point course from Hopkinton to Boylston Street includes the infamous Heartbreak Hill and some of the most passionate spectators in the sport. Boston has a strong running club and running group culture. You can view some popular ones below to get you started.

Notable races

Some of the biggest and best races in Boston.

Popular Running groups

Popular run clubs and running groups in Boston.

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Upcoming races in Boston

Races within 50 miles. Powered by RunSignup.

105 races found within 50 miles of Boston

Bourne To Run
Nov 7, 2026

Bourne To Run

Open
📍Sagamore Beach, MA
💰From $40
3.5 Miles
Cider Hill Farm 5K Fall Run
Nov 7, 2026

Cider Hill Farm 5K Fall Run

Closed
📍Amesbury, MA
💰From $20
5K
DAV 5K Boston
Nov 7, 2026

DAV 5K Boston

Open
📍Boston, MA
💰From $20
5K1 Miles
Randolph Pack the Pantry 5K Run/Walk
Nov 7, 2026

Randolph Pack the Pantry 5K Run/Walk

Open
📍Randolph, MA
💰From $30
5K
St. Mary’s 5K
Nov 7, 2026

St. Mary’s 5K

Open
📍Brookline, MA
💰From $30
5K
TARC Stone Cat Trail Festival
Nov 7, 2026

TARC Stone Cat Trail Festival

Closed
📍Ipswich, MA
100K50 MilesMarathonHalf Marathon10K
2nd Annual  Pack the Pantry 5K and 1-Mile Walk
Nov 8, 2026

2nd Annual Pack the Pantry 5K and 1-Mile Walk

Closed
📍Berlin, MA
💰From $10
Arlington EATS Turkey Trot
Nov 8, 2026

Arlington EATS Turkey Trot

Closed
📍Arlington, MA
💰From $35
5K2 Miles
Boston River Run
Nov 8, 2026

Boston River Run

Open
📍Boston, MA
💰From $40
5K
Centerville Bank Thompson Turkey Trot
Nov 8, 2026

Centerville Bank Thompson Turkey Trot

Open
📍Thompson, CT
💰From $25
5K3K440 Yards
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