If you want to see the start of the race, please note that roads in Hopkinton close at 6:30 a.m. and no street parking will be available. There is limited parking for spectators at the 171 South Street parking lot in Hopkinton. Shuttle buses will run throughout race morning.
Can you drive to Boston Marathon?
Getting to the Marathon. If you’re planning to watch the Boston Marathon anywhere near the finish line, do NOT try to drive into the city. Many roads will be closed, traffic will be totally congested, and parking will be a nightmare.
Can I get dropped off at the start of the Boston Marathon?
A drop-off location is located at North Peabody Circle, which is near the South entrance to the Franklin Park Zoo and near the intersection of Blue Hill Avenue, Columbia Road, and Franklin Park Road. Roads within Franklin Park will close by 6:45 a.m. and drop off access near the start line will be blocked.
How do I get to the Boston start line?
Leaving from the Boston Common area in the heart of the city, the shuttle is definitely the easiest and most efficient way of getting to the starting line on time and without incident. It is recommended that you arrive for the shuttle on the early end of the time window provided by the BAA for your starting wave.
Where do you park for the Boston Marathon?
Nearby Parking Options
- 100 Clarendon St. – Garage. Excellent (13,809)
- 400 Stuart Street – Clarendon Garage/Valet. Excellent (6,347) 510 ft.
- 131 Dartmouth St. – Garage. Excellent (12,892)
- 199 Clarendon St. ( 500 Boylston St.) – Back Bay Garage.
- 100 Huntington Ave. – Copley Place Garage.
- 109 Arlington St. – Lot.
What roads are closed in Boston for marathon?
B.A.A 5K – Roadway Closures
- Charles Street, from Boylston Street to Beacon Street.
- Arlington Street, from Marlborough Street to Boylston Street.
- Commonwealth Avenue Outbound, from Arlington Street to Charlesgate West.
- Charlesgate West, from Commonwealth Avenue Outbound to Commonwealth Avenue Inbound.
Can you wear headphones in Boston Marathon?
The use of headphones is discouraged but permitted. Additional layers of clothing may be worn on B.A.A. Shuttle Buses and in Hopkinton for warmth before the race. Clothing that will not be worn during the race must be discarded in Hopkinton and will be donated to a local charitable organization.
Can you walk the Boston Marathon?
Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund Walk
The event attracts over 8,000 walkers who can choose anything from a three-mile walk to the full 26.2-mile Boston Marathon route.
What time does the Boston Marathon usually start?
For the first time since 2019, the Boston Marathon returns to its prime time: 9 a.m. on the third Monday of April — Patriots’ Day.
Boston Marathon start times.
| Event | Time (ET) |
|---|---|
| Women’s Wheelchair | 9:05 a.m. |
| Handcycles and Duos | 9:30 a.m. |
| Professional Men | 9:37 a.m. |
| Professional Women | 9:45 a.m. |
What time do you need for Boston Marathon?
2020 – PRESENT QUALIFYING TIMES
| Age Group | MEN | WOMEN |
|---|---|---|
| 18-34 | 3hrs 00min 00sec | 3hrs 30min 00sec |
| 35-39 | 3hrs 05min 00sec | 3hrs 35min 00sec |
| 40-44 | 3hrs 10min 00sec | 3hrs 40min 00sec |
| 45-49 | 3hrs 20min 00sec | 3hrs 50min 00sec |
Where is the start line for Boston Marathon?
Hopkinton Center
It all starts here
Hopkinton Center is a busy place on race morning. If you want to see the start of the race, please note that roads in Hopkinton close at 6:30 a.m. and no street parking will be available. There is limited parking for spectators at the 171 South Street parking lot in Hopkinton.
Does everyone start the Boston Marathon at the same time?
All runners are numbered according to qualifying times, facilitating a start and pace comparable to others with similar qualifying times. Runners should line up in the wave and corral they have been assigned. You may move from your assigned Wave and Corral to a later Wave or Corral.
What time do the roads close for the Boston Marathon?
Course Closure
| LOCATION | TIME OF CLOSURE |
|---|---|
| Natick | 8:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m. |
| Wellesley | 8:30 a.m. – 3:35 p.m. |
| Newton | 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. |
| Brookline | 9:00 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. |
How long do you have to finish the Boston Marathon?
Athletes have six hours (6:00:00) from the time the last starter cross the start line to complete the course. The B.A.A. uses a timing tag attached to the back of your bib number to score the race.
Can I carry a backpack at the Boston Marathon?
PROHIBITED ITEMS FOR OFFICIAL PARTICIPANTS:
Backpacks, any similar item carried over the shoulder, or handbags of any size. Glass containers. Any container capable of carrying more than one liter of liquid. The use of selfie sticks or similar items is prohibited while running the Boston Marathon.
Can I bring a bag to the Boston Marathon?
SPECTATORS IN HOPKINTON
Spectators are strongly encouraged to carry personal items in clear plastic bags. Using a clear plastic bag to carry personal items will enhance public safety and speed security screening.
What should I bring to Boston Marathon?
Traveling for a Marathon Packing List
- Head to toe clothes/gear for the race:Hat/Visor, Sunglasses, Headphones, Sports bra, Top, Bottoms, Underwear, Socks, Shoes, Belt / Armband, Watch, Rubberbands/Clips.
- Throwaway gear.
- Gallon sized bag for your race morning kit.
- Pre-run fuel x2 (whatever you usually eat before a race)
Do you get a jacket for running the Boston Marathon?
The 2022 Boston Marathon celebration jacket has been revealed on the Adidas site. This year’s blue, purple and green edition was designed to commemorate 50 years since eight women became the first ever to run a marathon in 1972.
How much money do you have to raise to run Boston Marathon?
Each athlete who participates in the Boston Marathon on behalf of one of our Official Charities is required to raise a minimum of $5,000. If you have secured an entry into the Boston Marathon as a qualified athlete, you are also welcome to raise funds for a member of our Official Charity Program.
What pace is 3 hour marathon?
approximately 6:50 per mile
A 3:00 marathon is approximately 6:50 per mile. To break 3:00, you should eventually be capable of a sub-1:25 half-marathon (6:30 per mile) and sub-38:00 10K (6:00 per mile) Right now, you should be running at least 35-40 miles per week, over six or seven sessions.
Can you run the Boston Marathon without qualifying?
How can non-qualifiers enter the marathon? A. The BAA sets aside a few thousand numbers for runners affiliated with one of the marathon’s official charities. These runners do not have to run a qualifying marathon.