The Countdown to Boston's Half has begun!

B.A.A. Half Marathon | Sunday, November 12 at 8:00 a.m. | Franklin Park

 The B.A.A. Half Marathon is a family-friendly event for athletes and spectators of all ages. Free youth events will be offered on race morning within Franklin Park, including races and medals for all. 

Transportation Information for the

2023 B.A.A. Half Marathon

There is no parking within Franklin Park on race day. The recommended way to get to the start line in Franklin Park is to use the B.A.A. shuttle service from Copley Square or Forest Hills MBTA stop.

The B.A.A. will provide free, round-trip shuttles from Copley Square in downtown Boston to the start/finish area in Franklin Park from 5:30 a.m. – 7:15 a.m.

Runners utilizing ride shares or personal vehicles should be dropped off at Walnut Avenue and School Street near Franklin Park.

For parking near the shuttle bus location, we suggested the 100 Clarendon Street Garage, which is just two blocks away from the shuttle pick-up at Copley Square.

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Submit Your Pre-Event Medical Questionnaire

In an effort to provide the best medical care during your race experience, the B.A.A. asks you to please complete the following RaceSafe form. The B.A.A. Medical Team utilizes RaceSafe, an encrypted health and safety app, to coordinate medical care for any participants needing assistance.

We request that you please securely share your health information in an effort to assist us in case of emergency. Participation is voluntary, but this information may be lifesaving in a medical emergency.

Having access to information regarding your individual health history (e.g. allergies, recent medications) will allow our medical team to better care for you in the event that you require attention during or after the race. All information is kept confidential in compliance with the Protected Health Information/HIPAA Privacy Rules.

Support Dana-Farber's Team Today!

We are proud to share that Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, our presenting sponsor and exclusive charity partner for the B.A.A. Half Marathon, has recruited its largest team in the history of their 20-year participation to run 13.1 miles through Franklin Park with us on November 12.

Support the team today to help Dana-Farber Cancer Institute find cures for all cancer types. Despite incredible scientific progress to date, 600,000 Americans and 8 million people around the world are dying of cancer each year. With your support, Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund will continue to race to change these outcomes and to create a more hopeful, cancer-free future for all.

B.A.A. Half Marathon Clinic Series

Looking to learn about all of the tips and tricks discussed during last week's clinic? A replay can be found on the B.A.A. Vimeo channel!

The 13.1-mile course runs along the picturesque Emerald Necklace park system, past the Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond, and Franklin Park Zoo, before finishing at White Stadium in Franklin Park.

After feedback from a member of our run community we have updated our Half Marathon course map to include the neighborhoods of Roxbury and Dorchester which surround Franklin Park. We have made this addition after the omission was brought to our attention and we want to ensure everyone is included.

As members of the communities of all Boston neighborhoods the B.A.A. is committed to listening, uplifting, and supporting all runners and communities in Greater Boston.

Run with the B.A.A. all year long through the B.A.A. Running Club! The B.A.A. Running Club is for runners of all ages and abilities looking to improve their fitness. Community and engagement are part of the fabric of the B.A.A. Running Club, meeting weekly for training runs (and social gatherings!) in Greater Boston, and at races throughout New England. Join the B.A.A. to take your workouts, training, coaching and fun to the next level! 

The B.A.A. Running Club accepts new runners throughout the year. If you are interested in joining, please email Coach Sarah Dupré Healy or Coach Mark Carroll with your Name, Phone Number, City, and State and we will be in touch soon!  

Unsure if the B.A.A. Running Club is for you? Join us at one of our next practices or meet-ups and get to know the club! When reaching out to the Coaches, be sure to ask when our next meet-up or practice is.

At this time we're unable to accept runners who do not reside in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont or Rhode Island.

Start and End Your B.A.A. Half Marathon with Point32Health

Running 13.1 miles is no small feat, and all seasoned runners know that recovery begins before you hit the starting line. To help you run your best race, visit the Point32Health Activation Booth, where we will have a trainer on staff helping people tape up, stretch out, and get ready for the B.A.A Half Marathon. And when you cross the finish line, start your recovery with Point32Health. We will have transformed our booth into a Recovery Zone, complete with foam rollers, designated stretching areas, yoga mats, relaxation chairs and more. Look for our purple tent in the sponsor area – we’ll see you there!

Maurten: Train to Fuel

Run clean.

How you fuel your training defines what you do in the race. How you fuel your training defines what you do in the race. Maurten Gel 100 — available on-course at mile 6 — contains just six ingredients. No colors. No preservatives. No artificial flavors. Clean fuel for both training and racing.

Maurten is the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel partner of the B.A.A. Half Marathon.



New England Honda Dealers

Official Vehicle of the 2023 B.A.A. Half Marathon

Join us at The Boston Run Show USA

It’s back! The Boston Run Show USA returns January 27^th-28^th at the Hynes Convention Center. Boston’s running expo is made for runners, no matter how far or fast you go. You can shop the latest gear, apparel, tech, nutrition and find advice for your next running challenge. 

Don’t miss inspirational speakers such as Hellah Sidibe, John Kelly, Scott Jurek, Molly Sheridan, Erin Short, David Whelan, and so many more. Join the biggest meet up for the running community this year! We’ll be there too so come and say hi to us on the Boston Athletic Association booth! Get FREE tickets (*LIMITED AVAILABILITY) with code: BAA

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