
From the Organizer
Join us for the BLA 5K Run/Walk at Pope John Paul II Park—a day to move, reconnect, and support Boston Latin Academy Athletics!
Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event brings together current students, alumni, families, and friends to celebrate the BLA community. It’s a great opportunity to stay active, reconnect with familiar faces, and build new connections—all while supporting a great cause.
All proceeds benefit BLA Athletics, helping provide resources and opportunities for student-athletes to thrive. Come out, enjoy the course, and be part of a meaningful community event!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
81°
Typical Low
61°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jamaica Plain, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
663,972
as of 2023
Elevation
90 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at BLA Dragon 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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2 miles away
5k for Justice
2 miles away
Arc'teryx Run Boston 10K
3 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
BLA Dragon 5K
Aug 29, 2026