Esplanade 5k Run & Walk
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Boston, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $35.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the Esplanade 5K Run & Walk on Sunday, October 26th, 2025, in beautiful Boston, Suffolk! This year, the beloved event is moving to the fall, offering an exciting new experience for runners and walkers alike. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual participant, you can join in on the action at your own pace. The Esplanade 5K features a dedicated walk option, making it more accessible for everyone to enjoy this vibrant community gathering.
The event promises a lively atmosphere with plenty of activities for the whole family, including fall-themed festivities, delicious food samples from local vendors, and live music. For those 21 and over, be sure to check out the Night Shift Beer Garden, conveniently located next to the vendor fair on Fiedler Field along the picturesque Charles River Esplanade. Registration for the run is $35 and includes a chipped bib for accurate timing, while the walk registration is $30 and includes a non-timed bib. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and celebration, all while supporting the Esplanade Association's efforts to enhance this beautiful green space! Don’t miss out—mark your calendar
The event promises a lively atmosphere with plenty of activities for the whole family, including fall-themed festivities, delicious food samples from local vendors, and live music. For those 21 and over, be sure to check out the Night Shift Beer Garden, conveniently located next to the vendor fair on Fiedler Field along the picturesque Charles River Esplanade. Registration for the run is $35 and includes a chipped bib for accurate timing, while the walk registration is $30 and includes a non-timed bib. Join us for a day of health, community spirit, and celebration, all while supporting the Esplanade Association's efforts to enhance this beautiful green space! Don’t miss out—mark your calendar
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
$30.00: 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
$30.00: 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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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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