Boxford July 4th Road Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- 5-Mile · 2.5-Mile · 1-Mile & more
From the Organizer
Join us on Saturday July 4th at 8:00am for the 35th Annual Boxford July 4th Road Race. Set in the historic East Boxford Village, this wonderful family event includes something for everyone including a 2.5 and 5 mile competitive event, and the Boxford mile. All runners and walkers are encouraged to join in the fun!
The overall fastest male and female 5-mile, 2.5-mile, and Youth 1-mile (who has registered by July 1st) will receive a gift card for Benson's Ice-Cream. There will be medals for the top three male and female runners in each age group and finisher ribbons for all competitors in the Youth Mile. Race times will be available by age group following the run.
The Boxford Mile Race starts at 8:00am. The 5 Mile / 2.5 Mile runs start approximately at 8:15 a.m. (after the conclusion of the Boxford Mile). The mile run will NOT have a water stop. The 2.5 mile course will have 1 water stop and the 5 mile course will have 2 water stops.
Shirts are guaranteed for the first 350 registrations.
Registration fees: Early Bird registration is $30.00 (plus processing fees) until May 31st for the 2.5 mile, 5 mile, and adult 1 mile (17+), Youth 1 mile (16 and under) is $25.00 (plus processing fees) until May 31st. Regular registration is $35.00 (plus processing fees) for the 2.5 mile, 5 mile, and adult 1 mile (17+), Youth 1 mile (16 and under) is $30.00 (plus processing fees) until July 4th at 7:30am when online registration closes.
Proceeds support the Jennifer Tinney Scholarship Fund at Masconomet High School and the BAA Road Race Scholarship for a Boxford Senior. The race is followed by the Boxford 4th of July parade and fun activities for the family at the East Boxford Fire Station. Please visit www.baasports.com for further information, or email baa.roadrace@gmail.com
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
82°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Groveland, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Boxford, MA
Elevation
136 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 22 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Boxford July 4th Road Race
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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- What is the Boxford July 4th Road Race?
- Boxford July 4th Road Race is a running race held in Boxford, Massachusetts on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Boxford July 4th Road Race?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Boxford, Massachusetts at 4 Middleton Road - Race Start (10 Elm St for Pre-Race Pick-Up/Registration), Boxford, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Boxford July 4th Road Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Boxford July 4th Road Race
Jul 4, 2026