What race distances can I run in Boston?
Boston has 5K (10). The 5K is usually the easiest entry point if you are new, and the links above jump straight to each distance.
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Running Races in Boston, Massachusetts
Upcoming running races in and near Boston, Massachusetts - 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and more, with dates, pricing, finish-time stats, start-line maps, and local run clubs to train with.
16 upcoming races · 5 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Boston races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Sat, Aug 1, 2026Boston 10K for Women Run Club Boston, MAFreeDetails Sat, Sep 12, 2026Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Boston, MA Boston, MAFrom $10Details Sat, Sep 19, 2026Run for the Dogs 5k - Boston Boston, MAFrom $35Details Sat, Sep 26, 2026Colin's Joy Project 5K Boston, MAFrom $30Details Sun, Sep 27, 2026Together in TEAL Boston Boston, MAFreeDetails Sun, Sep 27, 2026Nuno 10K Run Boston, MAFrom $20Register Sat, Oct 3, 2026BLS Wolfpack 5K - 2026 Boston, MAFrom $30Details Sat, Oct 10, 2026Boston 10K for Women Boston, MAFrom $65Details Sun, Oct 11, 2026Boston Empower Walk & 5K Run Boston, MAFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Esplanade 5K Run & Walk Boston, MAFrom $35Details Sun, Oct 25, 2026Move for MDS: Boston Boston, MAFreeDetails Sat, Oct 31, 2026Beat the Bay State Team Challenge Boston, MAFrom $20Details Sat, Nov 7, 2026DAV 5K Boston Boston, MAFrom $30Details Sun, Nov 8, 2026Boston River Run Boston, MAFrom $40Details Sun, Apr 18, 2027CrackedBell Hopkinton to Boston SUNDAY SHAKEOUT RUN Boston, MAFreeDetails Thu, Jul 1, 2027SMC Charity Demo Boston, MAFrom $100Register
Train for it
Run Clubs in Boston
The easiest way to a start line is a standing group run. These Boston clubs welcome runners of all paces.
Browse all Boston run clubs →How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Boston
When is race season in Boston?
October is the busiest month for races in Boston, with 6 of the 16, followed by September with 5. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
How early should I register for a race in Boston?
5 of the 16 races in Boston already have a price increase scheduled, so entry gets more expensive the longer you leave it. Race pricing almost always steps up as the date approaches, and signing up early is usually the cheapest option.
Are Boston races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 5 races in Boston with published results, the typical median finish is around 33:31, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Where can I train for a race in Boston?
Join a local run club. Boston Fun Run, Boston Road Runners, Forest Hills Runners and others in Boston welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.
Are there trail races near Boston?
Yes, one race around Boston gets you off the pavement: 1 is a trail race. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.