The B.A.A. prides itself in staging the best-organized and most runner-friendly race in the world. Treating athletes courteously eases their anxieties and gives them positive memories of their Boston experience. This experience starts with pre-race activities, which build excitement for the runners.
- adidas/B.A.A. Merchandise Sales
Shifts range from Thursday, April 11, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013 inside at the Hynes Convention Center - B.A.A. 5K - Bib Distribution
Shifts will be held outside Copley Square on Sunday, April 14, 2013 and inside at the Hynes Convention Center on Friday, April 12, 2013 and Saturday, April 13, 2013 - B.A.A. Information Center
Shifts range from Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013 inside at the Hynes Convention Center - Pasta Party
Shifts range from Saturday, April 13, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Boston City Hall Plaza - Registration – Bib Distribution
Shifts range from Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013 inside at the Hynes Convention Center - Registration – Shirt Distribution
Shifts range from Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013 inside at the Hynes Convention Center
B.A.A. Information Center
Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
During race weekend, an information kiosk will be located in the number pick-up area at the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo. Information will be provided, including maps of the start and finish areas, athlete transportation, and details on the Boston Marathon schedule of events.
Meeting Location: Hynes Convention Center, B.A.A. Information Booth
Captain: Linda Fechter
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration: 1 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration: 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Sunday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration: 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
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B.A.A. 5K
B.A.A. 5K - Start/Finish Operations
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Volunteers are needed at the Start/Finish area and inside the tent to help with set-up and break-down of food and beverage concessions, medal distribution and fluid distribution.
Meeting Location: Copley Square
Captain: Rose Havens
Expected Duration: 6 A.M – 10 A.M.
B.A.A. 5K – Course Operations
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Volunteers are needed to help keep order at various key intersections and street crossings.
Meeting Location: Copley Square
Captain: Ed Wiederhold
Expected Duration: 6 A.M. - 10 A.M.
B.A.A. 5K – Water Station 1
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Volunteers are need to pass out water at this Park Street Water Station location.
Meeting Location: Copley Square
Captain: Roger Boyle
Expected Duration: 6 A.M – 10 A.M.
B.A.A. 5K – Water Station 2
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Volunteers are needed to pass out water at this Copley Square location.
Meeting Location: Copley Square
Captain: Matthew Carpenter
Expected Duration: 6 A.M – 10 A.M.
5K - Registration
Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
Runners will pick up their race numbers at the Hynes Convention Center on Friday and Saturday, or at Copley Square on race morning.
Captain: Kara MacDonald
Friday Afternoon Shift (Hynes Convention Center)
Expected Duration: 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift (Hynes Convention Center)
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift (Hynes Convention Center)
Expected Duration: 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday Morning Shift (Copley Square - Outside)
Expected Duration: 6 A.M. - 10 A.M.
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adidas/B.A.A. MERCHANDISE SALES
Thursday, April 11, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
Volunteers will staff a booth at the Expo to help sell official adidas/B.A.A. Boston Marathon merchandise to the thousands of athletes and the public in attendance. Volunteers should be prepared for an extremely busy day.
Meeting Location: Hynes Convention Center
Captain: Jennifer Thomas
Thursday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Sunday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
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Pasta Party
Saturday, April 13, 2013 and Sunday, April 14, 2013
The Boston Marathon Pre-Race Dinner, held at Boston City Hall Plaza on Sunday, April 14, will serve dinner and provide entertainment for the thousands of athletes completing their preparations for the Boston Marathon. Volunteer duties include ushering and directing athletes and their guests, setting tables, serving food and beverages, greeting guests, and collecting tickets. You will be given a specific assignment upon arrival. Volunteers should dress in warm layers, as they will be working outside.
Meeting Location: Boston City Hall, Lower Lobby
Captain: Melissa Goodhart
Saturday Pre-Event Shift
Expected Duration: 10 A.M – 3 P.M.
Sunday A.M. Shift
Expected Duration: 10 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Sunday P.M. Shift
Expected Duration: 2:30 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Sunday Green Team Shift
Expected Duration: 2:30 P.M. – 9 P.M.
Sunday Security Shift
Expected Duration: 2:30 P.M. – 9 P.M.
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Registration - Bib Pick Up
Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
Official runners will pick up their bib numbers at the Hynes Convention Center on race weekend. Admission to the Expo is free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Hynes Convention Center
Captain: Barbara Sicuso
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Sunday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
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Registration - Shirt Pick Up
Friday, April 12, 2013 – Sunday, April 14, 2013
Official runners will pick up their race numbers at the Hynes Convention Center on race weekend. Admission to the Expo is free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Hynes Convention Center
Captain: Tom Donovan
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
Sunday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 8 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Sunday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.