Boston River Run
Boston River Run is a running race on November 8, 2026 in Boston, MA, with an entry fee of $40.
- Date
- November 8, 2026 (108 days to go)
- Price
- $40
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Please join us at the 15th Annual Boston River Run 5K fundraiser! Come and race to support the Andrew Graham Semper Fi Fund, with 100% of proceeds raised going directly to help students in memory of Andrew Graham Narcus
Location: Artesani Park, 1255 Soldiers Field Road, Brighton
Race Features
--USATF 5K certified distance
--Chip timing
--Digital finish-line time display
--Long-sleeved technical shirt and other swag available for purchase
--Top 3 men's trophies and prizes
--Top 3 women's trophies and prizes
--Awards and prizes for top finishers in each age group
--Free snacks and swag from race sponsors
~ Family fun event ~ USATF certified and sanctioned ~
Race Route
The course is flat and does not require crossing any streets. The 5K is USA Track & Field distance certified. View the 5K race course here.
Bib Pickup is race day: 7:30-9am
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
55°
Typical Low
36°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Jamaica Plain, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boston, MA
Population
663,972
as of 2023
City Elevation
12 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 2 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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108
Days to train
- Race
- Boston River Run
- Date
- November 8, 2026
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About This Sport
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Boston River Run
Nov 8, 2026