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5 km de Boston B.A.A
Boston, United States
April 17, 2027Date confirmed
5 km
City RunFestive
USRegional Running Calendar
Running races in Massachusetts
34 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 102 races in Massachusetts with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events3411 confirmed dates
Competitions102Races & courses
Distances0.7 - 162 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,610 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: ArnoldReinhold · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Boston Marathon
Boston, United States
April 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+4
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
10 Km de Boston B.A.A
Boston, United States
June 20, 2027Date confirmed
10 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
ASICS Falmouth Road Race
Falmouth, United States
August 15, 2027Date confirmed
11.27 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Wickedender · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Chesterfield Gorge Ultra
West Chesterfield, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km100 km80 km50 km+2
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: NPS Photo · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Notchview Ultra
Dalton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
162 km4.32 km2.88 km1.44 km+2
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Hyannis Marathon
Barnstable, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km21 km10 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
Photo: Gafoto · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Cloudsplitter 100
Norton, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
157.5 km110.8 km50 km25 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2027 | 5 km de Boston B.A.A | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 5 km |
| Apr 19, 2027 | Boston Marathon | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2027 | 10 Km de Boston B.A.A | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 10 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2027 | ASICS Falmouth Road Race | Falmouth, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 11.27 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Chesterfield Gorge Ultra | West Chesterfield, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 160 km100 km80 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Notchview Ultra | Dalton, Massachusetts, US | Trail Running | 162 km4.32 km2.88 km1.44 km |
| Date to be announced | Hyannis Marathon | Barnstable, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Cloudsplitter 100 | Norton, Virginia, US | Trail Running | 157.5 km110.8 km50 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | B.A.A. Invitational Mile | Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 1.6 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Steel Rail Race | Pittsfield, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Funky Money Half Marathon | Seekonk, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Run to the Rock | Humarock, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Massachusetts (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 34 public events and 102 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Boston, Falmouth, West Chesterfield, and Dalton. Notable events in the selection include 5 km de Boston B.A.A, Boston Marathon, and 10 Km de Boston B.A.A.
Race distances span from 0.7 km to 162 km, reaching up to +5,610 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Massachusetts includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Massachusetts?
RunningCompass currently lists 34 verified events with 102 individual races in Massachusetts. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include 5 km de Boston B.A.A, Boston Marathon, and 10 Km de Boston B.A.A.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Massachusetts?
Events in Massachusetts focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 0.7 km entry-level races up to 162 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Boston, Falmouth, West Chesterfield, and Dalton.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Massachusetts?
The most selective courses in Massachusetts climb up to +5,610 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Massachusetts?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.