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When is the Boston Waterfront 5K?

Save the date! The 2024 Boston Waterfront 5K is June 9, 2024. 

What distances do you have?
  • 5K run/walk
  • Kids ½ Mile
  • Kids 100M Dash
What is the course?

Click here to view the course   

What time does the race start?
  • 10am for 5K
  • 11:15am for kids races
Where is the start line?

At 1 Black Falcon Ave., Boston (Flynn Cruiseport).

Where is the finish line?

At 1 Black Falcon Ave., Boston (Flynn Cruiseport).

What is the age limit to participate?
  • Kids races are 12 and under (100m dash geared for kids 8 and under, ½ mile geared for ages 8-12). 
  • No limit for the 5k
Do you have Gear Check?

No, there is no gear check at the Boston Waterfront 5k

Can my family/friends come to the start line? Finish line? Cheer on course?

Yes!

Do you have race hospitality?

No, there is no race hospitality for purchase at this event.

Do you have Age Group Awards?
  • Yes, we have Age Group Awards for the top women and men in the following categories: 16 – 19, 20 – 29, 30 – 39, 40 – 49, 50-59, 60-65, 66+, top overall male and female.
Where can I find information about race day parking and transportation?

Check back closer to the race for more information on race day parking.

Do you have a finish festival?

Yes! The Finish Festival will take place in Warehouse B after the race from 10:15am – 1:00pm. Participants, friends, and family are welcome to join us for music, beer garden (21+), food and more!

REGISTRATION

How do I register?

Registration is currently closed. When it opens you'll be able to register by clicking here. Check back in early 2024 for updates.

What are your registration options?
  • We will have general registration options for the 5K and Kids distances
  • We will have Team TMF entry for the 5K which includes FREE entry with a commitment to fundraising for the McCourt Foundation
When will registration close?

It will close the morning of the race or at sellout, whichever comes first.

I registered but cannot attend, can I get a refund, deferral, or transfer my registration?

No, we do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfer of registrations.  

BIB PICK UP

When is bib pick up?

Race morning starting at 8:30am

Where is bib pick up?

Massport Cruise Terminal, 1 Black Falcon Ave, Boston MA 022210

When will I get my bib number?

Bib numbers will be assigned dynamically when you check it. We do not pre-set bib numbers.  

Can someone else pick up my bib for me?

No, all participants must pick up their own bibs.

Will you mail me my bib?

No, we do not mail bibs. 

When will I receive my participant t-shirt?

At bib pick up race morning

COURSE

Do you have aid stations on course?

There will be a water station at mile 2

What will you have at aid stations on course?

Water

Will you have restrooms on course?

No.

Is there medical on course?

There is medical at the start/finish line.

Do you have pace teams?

No.

TEAM TMF / FUNDRAISING

Is fundraising required for Team TMF?

Yes, $150 commitment is required to join Team TMF and take advantage of free registration, Team TMF T-Shirt, an extra beer ticket and reward eligibility!

What if I don’t meet my fundraising requirement?

If you do not meet the requirement within 2 weeks following the race date, your credit card will be charged the difference.

If I signed up for an optional fundraising level (TMF Friend, Supporter, or All Star) will be card be charged if I don’t meet the fundraising goal?

No, your card will not be charged if the optional fundraising goal isn’t met.

How do I pick up my rewards for fundraising?

All participants who reached a fundraising reward level ($300 and above) who are eligible (excludes those participating on a Non-Profit Partner team) may visit the rewards table at check-in and during the finish festival to redeem their rewards.

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