We're just 40 days away from the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America! This week's participant newsletter features information about Boston Marathon Giving Day, bib numbering, details on the Mile 27 Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams, an exciting new collaboration with Shokz and more!

Wishing you all the best in training and see you in just a few weeks!

Bib numbers have been assigned and are available to view in Athletes' Village. Log in to see what wave and start time you've been assigned for the 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America!

FEEL THE SHOKZ. HEAR THE SPIRIT. MEET THE MOMENT.

Run with Shokz, the Official Headphone Partner of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America. Stay connected to the sounds that push you forward - the roar of the crowd, the rhythm of your stride, and the spirit of every runner beside you.

OpenRun Pro 2, Boston Marathon Co-Branded Edition

Available Now.  Limited Release.

These limited-edition headphones will keep you open to every sound, cheer, and moment that makes Boston unforgettable. 

Open-Ear Design x Premium Sound

Comfort x Secure Fit

IP55 Water Resistant

12-Hour Battery Life That Lasts

Boston Marathon Giving Day is Thursday, March 20th!

For the past 35 years, area non-profits have raised more than $550 million through the Boston Marathon. Be a part of #BostonMarathonGivingDay and join us in supporting more than 160 non-profits by giving today!

Don't forget to use #BostonMarathonGivingDay and tag @BostonMarathon to share your fundraising goals!

The 129th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America is fast approaching, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Boston! The Mile 27 Post Race-Party presented by Samuel Adams will be held again this year in Boston at City Hall Plaza - now during and following your race! 

Boston Marathon Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams

Monday, April 21, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

City Hall Plaza

Only $5

Make the most of the weekend with an iconic Boston experience: a tour or tasting at Sam Adams! Whether shaking the nerves or celebrating the wins, runners receive a 50% discount on any tour experience at our Boston Brewery or a Twilight Tasting at our Downtown Taproom using the code MARATHON50 from April 18th to the 22nd. Enjoy a well-deserved 26.2 Brew, the official beer of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America, straight from the source and deep dive into the process and history of creating this exclusive beer. 

Stay tuned for more details on how to get your hands on commemorative cans of 26.2 Brew during Marathon Weekend and all the ways to celebrate with Sam Adams by following us on Instagram at @samadamsbostonbrewery and @samadamsbostontaproom

The CITGO #RoadToBoston wouldn’t be possible without the support of 9,500 volunteers!

Be sure to thank a volunteer or two over the course of race weekend. They hail from 44 U.S. states and territories and 27 countries, dedicating time and energy to help you reach the finish. Shoutout to the superstar volunteers!

The B.A.A. is dedicated to enhancing the participant experience over race weekend for lactating runners and individuals who require the use of medical devices at the Boston Marathon! At #Boston129, the B.A.A. will:

• Provide a designated Lactation Tent and a Medical Device Trailer for runners at the start
• Transport personal breast pumps and medical devices from the start to the finish for participants to pick up post-race
• Provide a designated Lactation Station in the Finish Area for participants to use post-race

For any runner, volunteer, or individual visiting the Boston Marathon Expo over race weekend, the Hynes Convention Center offers a Mamava Lactation Pod.

Get an offer you’ll love on the Honda HR-V and get going! Available at your local New England Honda dealers. Honda is the Official Vehicle of the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.

Help make a difference and join the Boston Marathon Climate Crew!

Support the Boston Marathon’s sustainability initiatives and make a difference as part of the inaugural Climate Crew team – open to 100 Boston Marathoners for this year’s race.

• A pre-race virtual meet & greet and race day overview with a Boston Marathon icon 
• Dedicated bib number pick-up opportunity at the Bank of America Boston Marathon Expo 
• Boston Climate Crew themed race-day item and Climate Crew emblem on bib number 
• Opportunity to participate in a shakeout run led by a Boston Marathon icon on race weekend 
• Special Boston Climate Crew transportation to Athletes’ Village 
• Special Boston Climate Crew indoor space in Athletes’ Village 
• Sustainability-focused commemorative gift 

Athletes who are part of the Climate Crew pledge to fundraise a minimum of $1,500 which will go towards supporting the Boston Marathon’s ongoing sustainability initiatives. This includes reducing the carbon footprint of the event by way of R.E.C. purchases or carbon offsetting (under guidance of Schneider Electric and Blue Strike Environmental), and/or purchases of reusable or sustainability focused products or services. 



We can't wait to welcome you to Boston. Be sure to tag @BostonMarathon on social media and use the hashtag #Boston129 in all your training and preparation!

© 2025 B.A.A.

This is an official publication of the Boston Athletic Association

www.baa.org

Please Note: By clicking 'Unsubscribe' below, you will no longer receive any participant emails -- including participant newsletters -- sent from the B.A.A. through Constant Contact.