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boston marathon

The Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon. The B.A.A. manages this American classic, which is sponsored by John Hancock.

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B.A.A. 5K

The B.A.A. 5K will be held virtually over Patriots' Day weekend, April 16-April 18!

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B.A.A. 10K

The 2021 B.A.A. 10K, presented by Brigham and Women's Hospital, will be held virtually June 25-27!

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B.A.A. Half Marathon

The 2021 B.A.A. Half Marathon, presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, will be held virtually September 17-19!

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B.A.A. Distance Medley

The B.A.A. Distance Medley is a three-race series which combines the B.A.A. 5K, the B.A.A. 10K, and the B.A.A. Half Marathon.

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B.A.A. Invitational Mile

Top scholastic boys and girls, as well as a field of professional male and female milers, compete in the annual B.A.A. Invitational Mile.

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Mayor's Cup Cross Country

The Mayor’s Cup began in 1990 and the B.A.A., in partnership with adidas, has supported the event since 1997.

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Patriots' Day Mile

The inaugural Patriots’ Day Mile is open to 10,000 & all entrants will receive a limited-edition hat from adidas!

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training clinics

The B.A.A. hosts training clinics for all levels. The free clinics are open to registered entrants of races and their guests.

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youth programs

Through B.A.A.'s commitment to the local running community, nearly 35,000 Boston-area youth have experienced B.A.A. programs.

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about the b.a.a.

Boston Athletic Association, established in 1887, is a non-profit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running.

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in the news

From race registration to race results, keep up to date with the latest news and events from the Boston Marathon.

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