April 21

112th Boston Marathon
Apr. 21, 10 a.m.
Race Start: Hopkinton, MA
Race Finish: Outside the Boston Public Library at 700 Boylston St.

 

The world's oldest annual marathon follows a 26.2-mile route from Hopkinton to Back Bay, finishing outside the Boston Public Library.

 

Hal's Boston Marathon Day Ride
Apr. 21, 6 a.m.
Boston Central YMCA

Every Patriot's Day since 1986, Hal Gabriel leads a group of cyclists to bike the Boston Marathon path, for a 52-mile round-trip ride from Boston to Hopkinton and back! The event is BYOB: Bring Your own Bicycle!

 

Marathon for the Social Athlete
Apr. 21, 8 a.m.-2 a.m.
Vox Populi

Ideally located right on the finish line, Vox Populi will open its doors at the crack of dawn--8 a.m. to be exact. The prime location will offer race-inspired cocktails, including Finish Line Mojito, Heartbreak Cocktail, and the Marathontini, passed hors d’oeuvres and a buffet, as well as the Vox Marath-Omelet, packed with every food group imaginable to prep for a long day of "running," up your tab, that is.

 

Marathon Monday Brunch
Apr. 21, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Beacon Hill Bistro

Those hoping to fuel up for the day should run over to the Beacon Hill Bistro for a delicious and nutritious brunch, including favorites like scrambled eggs with crème fraÎche, smoked salmon and cheddar cheese and French toast with cider braised apples and spiced crème fraÎche.

 

Finish Line Festival
Apr. 21, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Prudential Center

Join thousands for this annual two-day festival, which is located right in the final .2 mile stretch to the finish line! Watch the race live on the WZLX Comcast Jumbotron, enjoy live entertainment and food, and sample new products. Live music will be provided by The Chris Fitz Band and Revolver.

 

Celebrate on the Finish Line
Apr. 21, 11:30 a.m.
Atlantic Fish Co.

Atlantic Fish is open to the public, so guests can enjoy lunch and a refreshing cocktail right on the finish line. There is no cover and chef Tim Partridge will serve up a special race-day menu, including a raw bar, lobster rolls, jumbo lump crab cake melts, oyster po'boys, fried "day boat" scallops, and much more. Each item is priced individually.

GoKids! Celebrate the Boston Marathon
Apr. 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Boston Children’s Museum

Calling all future marathoners! Parents can psych kids up for the big race by teaching them all about the history and international appeal of the event with hands on activities and trivia.


Boston Marathon Awards Ceremony
Apr. 21, 5 p.m.
Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston

The champions and top age division finishers will receive their awards, courtesy of Long's Jewelers, in the Grand Ballroom at the Fairmont Copley Plaza.


Post-Race Dance Party
Apr. 21, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
The Roxy

If your legs can still handle it, prepare to dance the night away at the Roxy and Pearl nightclubs. A video of the race will be shown, and runners can check race results in a cyber cafe. A complimentary ticket is included with each official bib number. Additional tickets may be purchased at the B.A.A. Information Booth at the Hynes Convention Center. Also note that there will be continuous free shuttle bus service back and forth from major Boston hotels to the Roxy, starting at 7:30 p.m.