Boston 10K PARTICIPANT BASICS

Presented by Brigham and Women's Hospital

The 2024 Boston 10K presented by Brigham and Women's Hospital will take place on Sunday, June 23rd.

General registration is now closed, though limited spots are still available with our Fundraising and Presenting Partner, Brigham and Women's Hospital.

COURSE MAP

WARM RUNNING TIPS

The B.A.A. advises all athletes to take some very basic steps to ensure your safety while running during warm or hot days, including adjusting your pace and hydrating properly.

Review all of our warm weather running tips here. Please help us ensure a safe and successful race by taking care of yourself, and letting race personnel know if you see a runner in need.

PARTICIPANT NEWSLETTERS

BIB NUMBER INFORMATION

U.S. residents will be mailed their bib number and race information prior to the event.
International residents (including Canada) may claim their bib number at the Athlete Services Tent near the start area between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.
If you misplace your bib, or it gets damaged, a replacement bib will be issued at the Athlete Services Tent near the start area between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.
A valid government issued photo ID is required to claim or replace your bib number.
Only registered participants may claim bib number.
Check that your registration information is correctly imprinted upon your bib number.
Do not fold or forcefully bend your bib number.
The timing and scoring device is affixed to the back of your bib number and should not be removed from the bib.
Please wear your bib number on the front of your torso on your outer-most layer.
Bib numbers cannot be refunded, deferred, or transferred.
If inaccuracies appear on the bib number, or your bib number appears damaged, please send an email to accountservices@baa.org, or visit the Athlete Services Tent near the start area between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day.

SHIRT DISTRIBUTION

Athletes can claim their participant shirt race day at the Shirt Distribution Tent, which is located on Boston Common by the start/finish area.
Shirt distribution will only be available race day between 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. on race day.
Athletes may claim their shirt before or after their race.
Athletes are required to show their bib number to claim their participant shirt.
Shirts are not mailed to athletes, and sizes are while supplies last.

GETTING TO BOSTON COMMON

MBTA STATIONS	For a complete map and schedule, please visit www.mbta.com. Chinatown is the closest Orange Line station. Boylston and Arlington stations are also nearby stops on the Green Line.
PARKING	The B.A.A. recommends that B.A.A. 10K runners park at the Garage at 100 Clarendon in Boston’s Back Bay. On-street parking in the surrounding neighborhoods of Beacon Hill and Back Bay is available, but limited.
DROP-OFF/PICK-UP	Please note that Charles Street will close at 5:00 a.m. and drop-off access near the start line will be blocked. If you plan on being dropped off on race morning, please plan to do so on Tremont Street between West Street and Avery Street.

GEAR CHECK

Gear check is available near the start area on Boston Common.
You must use the plastic bag provided by the B.A.A. to check your belongings.
Use the gear check tag affixed to your bib number to identify your bag once the race has concluded.
Do not check valuables.
The B.A.A. is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

START INFORMATION

Race will start at 8:00am
The start line is on Charles Street between the Boston Public Garden and Boston Common.
Athletes will be seeded according to their expected pace-per-mile.
Signs will be positioned near the start area to indicate your start position.
The timing and scoring system will begin recording your time once you cross the starting line.
Your net time will be your official time.

TIMING & RESULTS

An electronic timing system will enable you to receive your net time, which will be your official time.
The timing and scoring tag will be affixed to the back of your bib, and must not be bent, creased, or cracked for you to be scored, timed, and to appear among the results as an official finisher.
Wear bib number on the front of your torso on your outer-most layer.
Results will be posted online after the race concludes at www.baa.org.
To be recognized as an official finisher, you must complete the event within the allotted time of two hours from the time the last athlete crosses the start line (approximately 8:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.).
Age group winners will be notified after the race regarding their prize.
An awards ceremony for the top three open men and women, and the top male and female wheelchair athlete, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on race day.

LACTATION ACCOMMODATIONS

On race day, athletes, volunteers, and spectators may use the Lactation Tent located in the Start/Finish area on Boston Common. The tent will operate from 6:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and is specifically designated for pumping and breastfeeding purposes.
There will be signage and volunteers at the Lactation Tent to assist with wayfinding and access into the tent.
To ensure you have time to access the tent and check any gear, please allocate an additional 20 minutes to your pre-race timeline.
The Lactation Tent is fully enclosed and divided into two separate lactation spaces. Each space is equipped with a table, two chairs, power outlets, a plastic table cover, hand sanitizer, and sanitizing wipes.
Please note, the B.A.A. does not provide pumping or breastfeeding equipment. Individuals must bring their own breast pump and any additional accessories needed for lactation or breastfeeding.
Inside the Lactation Tent, there will be a designated receptacle for individuals who need to dispose of breast milk.
After using the Lactation Tent, please take all your personal belongings and equipment used for pumping or breastfeeding with you. Athletes can utilize the Gear Check service on Boston Common to store any belongings during the race — please refer to the Gear Check section above for details.
To maintain cleanliness and hygiene for the next user of the Lactation Tent, please use the sanitizing equipment provided and practice personal responsibility.
For any questions about the Lactation Accommodations available at the B.A.A. 10K, please contact accountservices@baa.org

ALONG THE COURSE

FLUID STATIONS	Poland Spring® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water will be available at mile 1, 2, 4, and 5. Lemon Lime Gatorade Endurance Formula will be available at Mile 4.
PORTABLE TOILETS	For your convenience, an ample number of portable toilets will be placed near the start/finish area before and after the race. Please use these units. Participants are requested to respect the surrounding private and public property by using the portable toilets provided. Portable toilets will be placed along the course at every water station.
DROP-OUT & PROHIBITED ITEMS	Athletes unable to finish the race may stop at the medical facility at the turn-around point along the course for assistance and direction. Sweep vans will follow the race, picking up runners unable to finish the course. For safety reasons, strollers, in-line skates, skateboards (and similar vehicles of any kind), and animals are not permitted. The use of headphones is permitted but discouraged.
COURSE CLOCKS AND MILE SIGNAGE	Digital clocks, positioned at every mile and at the finish line, will indicate the unofficial time from the starter’s gun.
THE FINISH	At the finish, you will receive your finisher’s medal. Volunteers will then direct you to the refreshment areas for Gatorade, Poland Spring Water, and other refreshments, as well as t-shirt pick-up.
MEDICAL	Medical personnel will be on site for emergency care as well as to attend to critical and non-critical injuries.
PHOTOGRAPHY	MarathonFoto is the official photographer of the B.A.A. 10K. Each entrant will receive an email following the race with details regarding the purchase of event photographs.