Latest News About 2026 Boston Marathon

Updated 2026-04-23 00:03

Here’s the latest on the 2026 Boston Marathon.

Illustration (example): The event typically features a ceremonial start in Hopkinton, a fast-shifting pack along the course, and a finish crowd in Back Bay, with security, medical stations, and spectator services throughout the route.

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Mayor Wu Announces Preparations Ahead of 2026 Boston Marathon

Mayor Michelle Wu, City officials, and regional partners announced public safety preparations for the 130th Boston Marathon at a joint press conference with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.). The Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America is the world’s oldest annual marathon, traditionally held on Patriots’ Day, which this year falls on Monday, April 20. This year, the event will welcome more than 30,000 participants from 137...

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