Esplanade 5k Run & Walk
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Boston, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $35.00
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Esplanade 5K Run & Walk, taking place on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, in the scenic Boston, Suffolk! This beloved annual event is making a vibrant return this fall, inviting both seasoned runners and leisurely walkers to enjoy the beautiful pathways along the Charles River Esplanade. Participants can choose to run the 5K or join the dedicated walk, ensuring everyone can participate at their own pace while enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Beyond the race, attendees can look forward to a day filled with family-friendly fall-themed activities, delicious food samples from local vendors, live music, and the chance to relax at the Night Shift Beer Garden for those 21 and older. Located on Fiedler Field, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Registration is set at $35 for runners, which includes a chipped bib for official timing and prizes, and $20 for walkers who will receive a non-timed bib. Don't miss this opportunity to support the Esplanade Association's mission to enhance the Charles River Esplanade while creating lasting community connections. Mark your calendars and get ready to have a fantastic day outdoors!
Beyond the race, attendees can look forward to a day filled with family-friendly fall-themed activities, delicious food samples from local vendors, live music, and the chance to relax at the Night Shift Beer Garden for those 21 and older. Located on Fiedler Field, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Registration is set at $35 for runners, which includes a chipped bib for official timing and prizes, and $20 for walkers who will receive a non-timed bib. Don't miss this opportunity to support the Esplanade Association's mission to enhance the Charles River Esplanade while creating lasting community connections. Mark your calendars and get ready to have a fantastic day outdoors!
Organiser's Description
THE 2025 ESPLANADE 5K IS MOVING TO THE FALL!
SAVE THE DATE FOR OCTOBER 26TH
IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN REGISTRATION OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES, PLEASE COMPLETE THIS INTEREST FORM [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdAnJOMcD4e2aASOqs-uuJnJZWDmnwnsWqxs2MaMMv0Sf4eg/viewform?usp=header] TO PROVIDE YOUR NAME AND EMAIL. THIS WAY YOU'LL BE THE FIRST TO KNOW!
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BUILDING ON THE SUCCESSFUL HISTORY OF BELOVED 5K RACE, THE ESPLANADE ASSOCIATION IS INTRODUCING A DEDICATED WALK IN ADDITION TO THE ANNUAL 5K RACE FOR THE FALL SEASON AND RIGHT BEFORE A FAMILY FUN HOLIDAY! THIS EXPANSION WILL ALLOW MORE OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS TO PARTICIPATE AND DO SO AT THEIR OWN PACE AND COMFORT LEVEL, WHILE KEEPING PATHWAY SAFETY IN MIND AS TO NOT OVERCROWD.
YOU CAN PLAN ON HAVING PLENTY OF THINGS TO DO OTHER THAN THE 5K OR WALK INCLUDING, FALL-THEMED ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY, FREE SAMPLES FROM VENDORS, FOOD, MUSIC, AND FOR THOSE 21+ YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY THE NIGHT SHIFT BEER GARDEN ON THE ESPLANADE, WHICH WILL BE RIGHT NEXT TO THE VENDOR FAIR, ALL LOCATED ON FIEDLER FIELD ON THE CHARLES RIVER ESPLANADE [https://maps.app.goo.gl/xYYMheruFmqFEDiD6]!
REGISTRATION AND TICKETS:
$35.00: Run Registration
Esplanade 5K Runners will receive a chipped bib for timing and race results + prizes
$20.00: Walk Registration
Esplanade 5K Walkers will receive a bib (not chipped for time)
THIS EVENT SUPPORTS:
Proceeds from this event 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.
SAVE THE DATE FOR OCTOBER 26TH
IF YOU WISH TO BE NOTIFIED WHEN REGISTRATION OFFICIALLY LAUNCHES, PLEASE COMPLETE THIS INTEREST FORM [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdAnJOMcD4e2aASOqs-uuJnJZWDmnwnsWqxs2MaMMv0Sf4eg/viewform?usp=header] TO PROVIDE YOUR NAME AND EMAIL. THIS WAY YOU'LL BE THE FIRST TO KNOW!
_______________________________________________________________________________
BUILDING ON THE SUCCESSFUL HISTORY OF BELOVED 5K RACE, THE ESPLANADE ASSOCIATION IS INTRODUCING A DEDICATED WALK IN ADDITION TO THE ANNUAL 5K RACE FOR THE FALL SEASON AND RIGHT BEFORE A FAMILY FUN HOLIDAY! THIS EXPANSION WILL ALLOW MORE OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS TO PARTICIPATE AND DO SO AT THEIR OWN PACE AND COMFORT LEVEL, WHILE KEEPING PATHWAY SAFETY IN MIND AS TO NOT OVERCROWD.
YOU CAN PLAN ON HAVING PLENTY OF THINGS TO DO OTHER THAN THE 5K OR WALK INCLUDING, FALL-THEMED ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY, FREE SAMPLES FROM VENDORS, FOOD, MUSIC, AND FOR THOSE 21+ YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ENJOY THE NIGHT SHIFT BEER GARDEN ON THE ESPLANADE, WHICH WILL BE RIGHT NEXT TO THE VENDOR FAIR, ALL LOCATED ON FIEDLER FIELD ON THE CHARLES RIVER ESPLANADE [https://maps.app.goo.gl/xYYMheruFmqFEDiD6]!
REGISTRATION AND TICKETS:
$35.00: Run Registration
Esplanade 5K Runners will receive a chipped bib for timing and race results + prizes
$20.00: Walk Registration
Esplanade 5K Walkers will receive a bib (not chipped for time)
THIS EVENT SUPPORTS:
Proceeds from this event 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.
Races
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Esplanade 5K Run
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS TOMORROWSigning up for this option enters you in the Esplanade 5k Race as a Runner. Esplanade 5K Runners will receive a chipped bib for timing and race results + prizes. -
Esplanade Walk
Sun 26th October 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$25.00
OPENS TOMORROWSigning up for this option enters you in the Esplanade Walk Esplanade 5K Walkers will receive a bib (not chipped for time). -
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Esplanade 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 13 AUG -
Achilles - Esplanade 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 12 AUG -
Complimentary Esplande 5K
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 09 OCT -
1 Addition-Standard
Sun 26th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$35.00
OPENS 18 OCT
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