Boston Marathon

Boston

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USA

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North America

Epic 26.2-mile journey from Hopkinton to Boston, featuring Heartbreak Hill and fervent crowd support.

PB Potential Ranking

Race Distance

Marathon

42.195km

26.2ml

Race Official Name

The Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.

Race Month

April

Race Date 2025

Monday, April 21, 2025

Race Type

Road

Country

USA

City

Boston

Region

North America

About the Race

The Boston Marathon, held annually on Patriots' Day, is a prestigious race that begins in the charming town of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and winds its way through eight cities and towns before culminating in the heart of Boston. Runners experience a unique blend of historic New England charm and fervent spectator support, with the course's rolling hills and the infamous Heartbreak Hill testing their endurance and resolve. The atmosphere is electric, with the cheers of the crowd propelling runners forward, creating an unforgettable sense of camaraderie and achievement.

Elevation

Elevation Gain (m)

248

Net Elevation Gain (m)

-140

Altitude (m)

73

Rolling Elevation Change (m)

636

Temperature

Average Temperature (°C)

12

Humidity (%)

60

Air Quality Index

30

Wind (km/h)

14

Participants

Average Number of Participants

30,000

The map shown is based on data from the past edition of this event. The actual route for the upcoming edition may be different.

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