Boston 5K
Location
Boston
United States
Distance
5K
Date
April 17, 2027
in 253 days
Elevation Gain
25m
hillier than 4 of 7 similar races
Course TypePoint-to-point
Typical WeatherSpring, 6-12°C (43-54°F), cool New England spring
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A 10,000-runner 5K held on Boston Marathon weekend, starting near Boston Common and finishing on the Boston Marathon finish line in Back Bay.
What Makes This Race Special
- Boston Marathon finish line
- Marathon weekend opener
- Commonwealth Avenue
- Kenmore Square
- 10,000 participants