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 12, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012 inside at the Seaport World Trade Center - B.A.A. 5k - Bib Distribution
Shifts will be held outside Copley Square on Sunday, April 15, 2012 and inside at the Seaport World Trade Center on Friday, April 13, 2012 and Saturday, April 14, 2012 - B.A.A. Information Center
Shifts range from Friday, April 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012 inside at the Seaport World Trade Center - Pasta Party
Shifts range from Saturday, April 14, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Boston City Hall Plaza - Registration – Bib Distribution
Shifts range from Friday, April 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012 inside at the Seaport World Trade Center - Registration – Shirt Distribution
Shifts range from Friday, April 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012 inside at the Seaport World Trade Center
B.A.A. Information Center
Friday, April 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012
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: Seaport World Trade 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: 7 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration: 12:30 P.M. – 7:30 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 15, 2012
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 15, 2012
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 15, 2012
Volunteers are need to pass out water at this Park Street Water Station location.
Meeting Location: Copley Square
Captain: Joe Robertson
Expected Duration: 6 A.M – 10 A.M.
B.A.A. 5K – Water Station 2
Sunday, April 15, 2012
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 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012
Runners will pick up their race numbers at the World Trade Center on Friday and Saturday, or at Copley Square on race morning.
Captain: Kara MacDonald
Friday Afternoon Shift (Seaport World Trade Center Cambridge Complex)
Expected Duration: 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift (Seaport World Trade Center Cambridge Complex)
Expected Duration: 7 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift (Seaport World Trade Center, Cambridge Complex)
Expected Duration: 12:30 P.M. – 7:30 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 12, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012
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: Seaport, World Trade Center, Waterfront Complex
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: 7 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 7:30 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 14, 2012 and Sunday, April 15, 2012
The Boston Marathon Pre-Race Dinner, held at Boston City Hall Plaza on Sunday, April 17, 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
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 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012
Official runners will pick up their bib numbers at the World Trade Center on race weekend. Admission to the Expo is free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Seaport World Trade Center, Cambridge Complex
Captain: Barbara Sicuso
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 7 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 7:30 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 13, 2012 – Sunday, April 15, 2012
Official runners will pick up their race numbers at the World Trade Center on race weekend. Admission to the Expo is free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Seaport World Trade Center, Cambridge Complex
Captain: Tom Donovan
Friday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 1 P.M. – 7:30 P.M.
Saturday Morning Shift
Expected Duration: 7 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Saturday Afternoon Shift
Expected Duration 12:30 P.M. – 7:30 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.