Esplanade 5K
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Boston, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $35.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and community at the Esplanade 5K in Boston, Suffolk on Sunday, October 26th, 2025! This exciting race is set to kick off at 9:00 AM at the iconic Hatch Shell on the beautiful Charles River Esplanade, rain or shine. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual walker, the Esplanade 5K welcomes everyone, including strollers in the last wave. Participants can look forward to a fun-filled event that supports the vital work of the Esplanade Association, dedicated to enhancing green spaces and providing enriching programs for all.
With multiple race categories ensuring everyone has a chance to compete, you're not just racing for fun, but also for prizes across various age and gender brackets. Race entry includes a bib with a timing chip, a virtual prize bag, and a race packet filled with essential information sent out prior to the event. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and celebration as we come together to support the revitalization of the Charles River Esplanade!
With multiple race categories ensuring everyone has a chance to compete, you're not just racing for fun, but also for prizes across various age and gender brackets. Race entry includes a bib with a timing chip, a virtual prize bag, and a race packet filled with essential information sent out prior to the event. Join us for a day of community spirit, health, and celebration as we come together to support the revitalization of the Charles River Esplanade!
Organiser's Description
THE 2025 ESPLANADE 5K IS MOVING TO THE FALL!
SAVE THE DATE FOR OCTOBER 26TH
STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS
WHAT THIS RACE SUPPORTS:
PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE GO DIRECTLY TO SUPPORT THE WORK OF THE ESPLANADE ASSOCIATION TO REVITALIZE AND ENHANCE THE CHARLES RIVER ESPLANADE, SUSTAIN ITS NATURAL GREEN SPACE, AND BUILD COMMUNITY IN THE PARK BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES:
* One bib with timing chip and official race results
* Virtual Prize Bag
* Your chance at prizes for top runners across various age and gender brackets
* Race Packet with information will be sent out virtually prior to race day
RACE DETAILS:
* Race begins 9:00am at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanade (rain or shine!)
* Walkers & strollers are welcome, we just ask you start in the last wave of the race. Be sure to pay attention to others on the pathways, as they can be narrow sometimes, and stay to the right!
RACE CATEGORIES:
* 1st Place Overall in Male/Female/Non-binary
* 10 & Under Male/Female
* 11-14 Male/Female
* 15-19 Male/Female
* 20-29 Male/Female
* 30-39 Male/Female
* 40-49 Male/Female
* 50-59 Male/Female
* 60-69 Male/Female
* 70-79 Male/Female
* 80+ Male/Female
PACKET PICKUP:
* EARLY BIB PICKUP:
* LOCATION: Marathon Sports - 671 Boylston Street, Boston, MA
* DATE & TIME: Saturday, May 18th @ 12pm-4pm
* DAY OF PICKUP
* You may also pick up your bib starting at 8am on race day at the Hatch Memorial Shell.
REGISTER A TEAM:
To register a team for your group or company, please contact Samuel Englert at [email protected]
EVENT SPONSORSHIP & TABLING:
Interested in seeing your company as a supporter or are you hoping to share about your company/organization by setting up a table or booth? Learn more about event sponsorship opportunities and tabling by contacting Samuel Englert at [email protected]
VOLUNTEER:
If you are interested in volunteering at the 5K, please email Molly Ryan at [email protected]
SAVE THE DATE FOR OCTOBER 26TH
STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS
WHAT THIS RACE SUPPORTS:
PROCEEDS FROM THIS RACE GO DIRECTLY TO SUPPORT THE WORK OF THE ESPLANADE ASSOCIATION TO REVITALIZE AND ENHANCE THE CHARLES RIVER ESPLANADE, SUSTAIN ITS NATURAL GREEN SPACE, AND BUILD COMMUNITY IN THE PARK BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL, CULTURAL, AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE.
RACE ENTRY INCLUDES:
* One bib with timing chip and official race results
* Virtual Prize Bag
* Your chance at prizes for top runners across various age and gender brackets
* Race Packet with information will be sent out virtually prior to race day
RACE DETAILS:
* Race begins 9:00am at the Hatch Shell on the Esplanade (rain or shine!)
* Walkers & strollers are welcome, we just ask you start in the last wave of the race. Be sure to pay attention to others on the pathways, as they can be narrow sometimes, and stay to the right!
RACE CATEGORIES:
* 1st Place Overall in Male/Female/Non-binary
* 10 & Under Male/Female
* 11-14 Male/Female
* 15-19 Male/Female
* 20-29 Male/Female
* 30-39 Male/Female
* 40-49 Male/Female
* 50-59 Male/Female
* 60-69 Male/Female
* 70-79 Male/Female
* 80+ Male/Female
PACKET PICKUP:
* EARLY BIB PICKUP:
* LOCATION: Marathon Sports - 671 Boylston Street, Boston, MA
* DATE & TIME: Saturday, May 18th @ 12pm-4pm
* DAY OF PICKUP
* You may also pick up your bib starting at 8am on race day at the Hatch Memorial Shell.
REGISTER A TEAM:
To register a team for your group or company, please contact Samuel Englert at [email protected]
EVENT SPONSORSHIP & TABLING:
Interested in seeing your company as a supporter or are you hoping to share about your company/organization by setting up a table or booth? Learn more about event sponsorship opportunities and tabling by contacting Samuel Englert at [email protected]
VOLUNTEER:
If you are interested in volunteering at the 5K, please email Molly Ryan at [email protected]
Races
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Esplanade 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS MAY 25 -
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Esplanade 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS OCT 25 -
Achilles - Esplanade 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS OCT 25 -
Complimentary Esplande 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS OCT 25 -
1 Addition-Standard
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS OCT 25
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