Participant Basics

RACE DATE AND LOCATION
  • Sunday, November 12 - Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
  • Location: Franklin Park, Boston
PARTICIPANT NEWSLETTERS
BIB NUMBERS
  • U.S. residents will be mailed their bib number and race information prior to the event.
  • International residents (including Canada) claim their bib number at the Athlete Services Tent between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.
  • If you misplace your bib, or it gets damaged, a replacement bib will be issued at the Athlete Services Tent between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.
  • A valid government issued photo ID is required to claim or replace your bib number.
  • Only registered participants may claim bib number.
  • Check that your registration information is correctly imprinted upon your bib number.
  • Do not fold or forcefully bend your bib number.
  • The timing and scoring device is affixed to the back of your bib number and should not be removed from the bib.
  • Please wear your bib number on the front of your torso on your outer-most layer.
  • Bib numbers cannot be refunded, deferred, or transferred.
  • If inaccuracies appear on the bib number, or your bib number appears damaged, please call the B.A.A. Registration Office at (508) 435-6905, send an email to registration@baa.org, or visit the Athlete Services Tent near the start area between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.
TRANSPORTATION
  • The recommended way to arrive on race day is to use the official B.A.A. shuttle service.
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MOBILE APP
  • Features live tracking of all participants, social media integration, interactive course maps, selfies and all information you need to know about the B.A.A. Half Marathon
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  • The B.A.A. Racing App is available for download here.
GEAR CHECK
  • Entrants can check belongings at a designated location near the start.
  • Bags will be provided and belongings must be claimed following the race.
  • Please use the tag provided to attach your bib number to your bag to help us identify your belongings once the race has concluded.
  • Please do not check valuables.
  • The B.A.A. is not responsible for lost items.
PARTICIPANT SHIRT
  • Entrants may pick up their adidas participant shirt on race morning either before or after the race at the designated shirt-pick up area. Size availability is first-come, first-served and not guaranteed. 
THE COURSE
  • The 13.1-mile, rolling course is an out-and-back route along the Emerald Necklace park system, beginning and ending at White Stadium in Franklin Park.
SEE COURSE
LACTATION ACCOMMODATIONS

On race day, athletes, volunteers, and spectators may use the Lactation Tent in the Start/Finish area at Franklin Park. The tent will operate from 6:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and is specifically designated for pumping and breastfeeding purposes. There will be signage and volunteers at the Lactation Tent to assist with wayfinding and access into the tent. 

  • Please allocate an additional 20 minutes to your pre-race timeline to ensure you have enough time to use the Lactation Tent and check any gear.  
  • The Lactation Tent is fully enclosed and divided into two separate lactation spaces. Each space is equipped with a table, two chairs, power outlets, a plastic table cover, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes. There will be a designated receptacle inside the Lactation Tent for breast milk disposal. 
  • Please note, the B.A.A. does not provide pumping or breastfeeding equipment. Individuals must bring their own breast pump and any additional accessories needed for lactation or breastfeeding.  If you plan to use the B.A.A. shuttle service before or after the race, please note that we do not have the capacity for strollers or other large items on the shuttle buses.
  • After using the Lactation Tent, please remember to take all your personal belongings and pumping or breastfeeding equipment with you. Athletes can use the Gear Check service at Franklin Park to store belongings during the race — please refer to the Gear Check section above for details.  
  • To maintain cleanliness and hygiene for the next user of the Lactation Tent, please use the sanitizing equipment provided and practice personal responsibility.  
  • For any questions about the Lactation Accommodations at the B.A.A. Half Marathon, please contact accountservices@baa.org. 
TIMING AND SCORING
  • Official participants have three hours (3:00:00) net time to complete the race.
  • Roads and paths along the route will begin to reopen to traffic prior to the conclusion of timing and scoring, and those remaining on the course will be directed off the roadways and on to walkways by local police.
  • An electronic timing system will enable you to receive your net time. 
  • The timing and scoring tag will be affixed to the back of your bib, and must not be bent, creased, or cracked for you to be scored and timed.
  • Only those whose cross the finish line within three hours net time (3:00:00) will be considered an official finisher.
  • Wear your bib on the front of your torso on your outer-most layer.
  • The finish line will close at approximately 11:20 a.m.
  • Results will be posted online after the race concludes.
POST-RACE
  • At the finish, volunteers will direct you to the refreshment areas, the medical tent (if necessary), and the finishers’ medals.
  • Official race shirts will be available before and after the race.
  • Refreshments will be offered to participants. 
  • Custom medals will be distributed to all finishers beyond the finish line.
  • Those who have completed all three races in the B.A.A. Distance Medley (5K, 10K, Half Marathon) will be identified by their bib and will receive a special Distance Medley medal.
  • The awards ceremony, featuring the top five overall finishers and wheelchair division winners, will begin at approximately 10:00 a.m.
  • Age group awards will be mailed following results verification.
Cold Weather Running Tips
  • Dress in layers – Choose a highly breathable base layer (this is what you should wear the closest to your skin). A wicking material will move the moisture away from your skin, making you feel more comfortable on your run. Wear a looser, second layer of breathable material. Fleece would be a good choice for this layer on a cold day. This adds insulation between your base layer and outer layer. The outer layer should be breathable, wind-resistant, and water-resistant material.
  • Wear a hat – Your uncovered head is responsible for 40% of heat loss. Try wearing a headband if a hat feels too hot.
  • Protect your hands – Mittens are warmer than gloves because the body heat from the fingers warm each other.
  • Wear warm socks – Socks made of synthetic fibers wick moisture away from your skin. Try to avoid cotton socks.
  • Don’t forget the sunscreen – The sun is still strong, even during the month of November.
  • Don’t overdress – Dress like it is 20 degrees warmer than the temperature. You will warm up after you get moving!