Esplanade 5K - The Esplanade Association

Sun, Oct 25, 2026
United States
Boston
100% asphalt
800+
esplanade.org
City
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Road
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Esplanade 5K - The Esplanade Association, Boston

Distances

Running
Marathon
26.2 mi

About

The Esplanade Association is a nonprofit organization that works to revitalize and enhance the Charles River Esplanade, sustain its natural green space, and build community in the park by providing educational, cultural, and recreational programs for everyone. Working in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Esplanade Association is dedicated to improving the experiences of the millions of visitors who enjoy Boston’s iconic riverside park.

Catering & aid stations

On-course food and drink available

Pacers

Pacers are welcome to join the race. Target times will be provided for each wave of participants.

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Surface mix

100% asphalt

Typical weather in Boston

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan35°20°

↑ 07:12

↓ 16:36

Feb38°21°

↑ 06:43

↓ 17:16

Mar46°29°

↑ 06:56

↓ 18:51

Apr56°39°

↑ 06:03

↓ 19:26

May67°49°

↑ 05:23

↓ 20:00

Jun76°59°

↑ 05:08

↓ 20:24

Jul82°66°

↑ 05:22

↓ 20:20

Aug81°65°

↑ 05:53

↓ 19:46

Sep73°58°

↑ 06:25

↓ 18:55

Oct62°48°

↑ 06:58

↓ 18:03

Nov51°37°

↑ 06:36

↓ 16:23

Dec41°27°

↑ 07:08

↓ 16:13

Weather data by Open-Meteo

Route maps

Results

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Hotels near the start

FAQ

Where is the Esplanade in Boston?

The Esplanade stretches for three miles one way along the Charles River on the Boston side, between the Museum of Science and the Boston University (BU) Bridge.

What hours are the park open?

The park is open from dawn until dusk, with the exception of walk-through traffic and permitted events.

What activities are available on the Esplanade?

You can find a list of various family, community, and recreational activities on our website.

Where are public bathrooms located on the Esplanade?

The Esplanade has public bathrooms located behind the DCR Hatch Shell (near the Fielder Footbridge) and at the Dartmouth St. Facility (located next to the Dartmouth St. Footbridge).

Last updated: Jun 10, 2026, 08:02:49 PM