Event information

Boston Marathon

Apr 17, 2017

5.0

Where

Boston, MA, United States

Start time

09:00

Distances

Marathon

Sub-events

26.2

Marathon

April 17, 2017 Monday
Distance: Marathon·Start time: 09:00
MarathonPoint to pointWheelchair race

Race Results

Top 3

Top 3 Women

Top 3 Men

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Race Details

The Boston Marathon is not just a race; it is an event that will forever remain in the memory of everyone who participates. This marathon attracts runners from all over the world, each bringing their unique story full of motivation, friendship, and self-discovery. For some, it is their first marathon; for others, it is the final stage of a long journey, but for all, it is a life-changing challenge. Participating in the Boston Marathon is an honor and a privilege highly valued by all runners. The marathon begins with a gentle downhill, which can be deceptively easy, but the real challenges await on the famous Newton Hills, especially Heartbreak Hill. Nevertheless, waves of crowd support along the course help to overcome any difficulties. The crowds, particularly in Wellesley and during the final miles, create an unforgettable atmosphere of celebration and inspiration, aiding runners to reach the finish line. For many runners, participating in the Boston Marathon is an opportunity to test their strength after personal hardships. Stories of overcoming illness, recovering from injuries, and breaking personal barriers inspire and prove that the spirit of the marathon lives in each of us. Memories of long training sessions, laughter and tears on the way to the finish line, new friends, and the support of strangers - all these make the Boston Marathon an unforgettable event. Preparing for the race requires time and effort, especially due to the challenging course. For some runners, the initial downhill miles can cause premature fatigue. But those who pace themselves correctly can successfully overcome all obstacles, including the tough hills in the later miles. The Boston Marathon also offers excellent organization and numerous events during the race weekend. The Expo provides an opportunity to purchase official merchandise and get personalized accessories. Additional events, such as the 5K run and shake-out runs, create a sense of unity and allow runners to feel part of a large running community. The Boston Marathon is more than just a race. It is an event that unites people from different parts of the world, gives them the chance to test their strength, and feel genuine pride in their achievements. It is an opportunity to become part of history and leave your mark on the most prestigious marathon in the world. For those who dream of running the Boston Marathon, every step on this journey will be filled with love, hope, and inspiration.

Contact information

Phone Number

(617) 236-1652

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Training Plan

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Reviews

4.7
Based on 416 Reviews from other runners - tap or click to see all!

By: Becky B.

Posted: April 17, 2024

The best marathon !

The fans /spectators make this race my favorite. The encouragement, high fives, music, the volume of the cheers just energize me to keep going!
5.0

By: Steve A.

Posted: February 15, 2019

2018 was, well, wow.

The 2018 race was my fourth Boston. Let's just say it's a privilege to run any Boston Marathon, and the 2018 weather will forever live in infamy. I have a huge shout-out about the 2018 race and a huge criticism. First the positive. I toed the line injured. Boston is the only marathon in the world I would've run in that condition. I was participating just to finish. And finish I did ... thanks to the medical tents, which I used as my warming shacks, where I warmed up, changed socks, and generally regrouped. They helped get me through the experience with professionalism and levity. Thank you!!! Now the big negative. Our bus driver GOT LOST on the way to the start. I could hardly believe it. He dumped us off more than a mile away, and we ended up walking along the race course -- in driving rain -- to the start. The only good part is I got to see the wheelchair athletes whiz past by me. But for a marathon as great as Boston, that was totally unacceptable. Ah well. I snagged a solid BQ for 2020 so I'll hope for better. That being said ... even an awful Boston is a tremendous event. The Super Bowl of running. Run it if you can, you will never regret it and you will cherish the medal forever.
5.0

By: Kristy O.

Posted: April 27, 2018

Volunteers, Crowds & City of Boston 10+ STARS!

This was my 7th Boston, and what can I say, once you qualify for Boston, you just take it all in during the run. This was truly a monumental year. We all were hoping Weather.com had it wrong as the race got closer but, no, it was 100% rain, wind, and cold just as it was predicted. I just kept my head down, my feet on the ground (the wind swept my legs from underneath me a few times) and ran/trotted forward. I ran Boston in 2004 and 2012 (hot years) and had a rougher time those two years. There are not enough words that can adequately thank the volunteers (packet pick up, bus departure, start, during & finish), the crowds and the City of Boston for their support. Nothing can be done about the weather but in these miserable conditions, we paid for the honor to run Boston but the volunteers and crowd didn't - they came out to support the runners regardless of the conditions. My heartfelt thanks to each and every one of them. Even before the bombing, Boston has been known for its great support and now post bombing, Bostonians have embraced this race even further. GO BOSTON! It was my worst time by far (over 5 hours) but one of the most memorable experiences due to the support of this incredible city. A true testament for a great race - gushing is allowed.
5.0
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