BOSTON—The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) announced today that the entry fee for the in-person 125th Boston Marathon for qualifiers will remain $205.00 USD for United States residents and $255.00 USD for international residents.
BOSTON—The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has announced that both the 2021 B.A.A. 10K, presented by Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and the 2021 B.A.A. Half Marathon, presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, will be held as virtual events this year. Virtual race dates will be June 25-27 for the B.A.A. 10K, and September 17-19 for the B.A.A. Half Marathon.
Everything you need to know about the Virtual 125th Boston Marathon, held October 8–10 prior to the in-person 125th Boston Marathon on Monday, October 11
The virtual 125th Boston Marathon is open to runners of all levels and abilities. Registration is open to the first 70,000 entrants ages 18 and older.
BOSTON—The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has announced the inaugural Patriots’ Day Mile, which encourages everyone to get active while also raising funds for Boston-area nonprofits whose missions focus on health and wellness. The virtual event will be held on Monday, April 19—Patriots’ Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the traditional date of the Boston Marathon.
The B.A.A. is tremendously saddened to learn of the passing of Boston Marathon icon Dick Hoyt. Dick personified what it meant to a be a Boston Marathoner, showing determination, passion, and love every Patriots’ Day for more than three decades. He was not only a fan-favorite who inspired thousands, but also a loyal friend and father who took pride in spending quality time with his son Rick while running from Hopkinton to Boston.
BOSTON—The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has announced the field size for the 125th Boston Marathon scheduled for Monday, October 11, 2021 will be 20,000 entrants. Registration for the in-person race will take place Tuesday, April 20 through Friday, April 23, 2021.
BOSTON—The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has announced it will offer a virtual Boston Marathon, which will be open to everyone aged 18 or over, in celebration of the 125th Boston Marathon this fall. Held in addition to the in-person Boston Marathon scheduled for Monday, October 11, 2021, the virtual race will be open to the first 70,000 registrants.
Whether you're looking to run your first or your fastest 5K, this training plan will help you achieve your goals! Register through Athletes' Village today to get tips and tricks from the B.A.A., professional runners, and Olympians!
Registration for the B.A.A. 5K opens on Monday, February 1 through the B.A.A.’s online platform, Athletes’ Village, the central location for B.A.A. race and volunteer history, official race results, race updates, and race registration. Runners can create a free account prior to registration opening.
February is Black History Month, and we’re celebrating the National Black Marathoners Association! Did you know that many Boston runners are inducted in the NBMA Hall of Fame, including 2014 Boston Marathon champion Meb Keflezighi? This month, run, walk, or cycle the marathon distance (26.2 miles) to earn the National Black Marathoners Challenge Badge! Throughout the month, the NBMA will share stories, history, and trivia in the Free to Run Challenge community page.
