Boxford July 4th Road Race
- Date Sat 4th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Boxford, Massachusetts
- Price $34.63
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a spectacular day of fun and fitness at the 35th Annual Boxford July 4th Road Race on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM in the picturesque village of East Boxford, Essex! This exciting event features competitive races for everyone, including a 2.5-mile and a 5-mile run, along with the fun-filled Boxford Mile for young athletes. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to join in the festivities, with prizes including gift cards for Benson's Ice-Cream for the fastest male and female participants in the 5-mile, 2.5-mile, and Youth 1-mile categories.
Participants can look forward to medals for the top three finishers in each age group, while all competitors in the Youth Mile will receive finisher ribbons. The race promises a vibrant atmosphere, complete with a parade and family activities at the East Boxford Fire Station following the race. With early bird registration fees starting at just $30 for adults and $25 for youth until May 31st, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a cherished community tradition while supporting local scholarships. Don’t miss out on this joyful celebration of community and fitness!
Participants can look forward to medals for the top three finishers in each age group, while all competitors in the Youth Mile will receive finisher ribbons. The race promises a vibrant atmosphere, complete with a parade and family activities at the East Boxford Fire Station following the race. With early bird registration fees starting at just $30 for adults and $25 for youth until May 31st, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a cherished community tradition while supporting local scholarships. Don’t miss out on this joyful celebration of community and fitness!
Organiser's Description
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
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
Races
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5-Mile
Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.63
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2.5-Mile
Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.63
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1-Mile
Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.63
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2.5-Mile Wheelchair
Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.63
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1-Mile Wheelchair
Incl. $4.63 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$34.63
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4 Middleton Road - Race Start (10 Elm St for Pre-Race Pick-Up/Registration), Boxford, 01921, MA, United States
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