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Races

Boston 5K

A 5K road race in Boston, Massachusetts.

Older woman crossing a 5K finish line with arms raised
Older woman crossing a 5K finish line with arms raised. AI-generated image.
Type
5K
Where
Boston, Massachusetts
Level
Beginner to intermediate

Race dates

The date for the next edition is not published yet.

The 2026 race was on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Dates change, so check the official site before you enter or book travel. Last checked June 3, 2026.

About the race

Suits newer runners as well as people with a few races behind them.

Training for it

Most 5K plans take six to ten weeks. If you cannot run for 30 minutes yet, start with a couch-to-5K plan first.

  • Run three or four times a week, mostly easy.
  • Add one faster session a week once the easy runs feel comfortable.
  • Run the course or something similar once before race day if you can.