Latest News About Boston Marathon 2026 Date

Updated 2026-04-26 21:00

The 2026 Boston Marathon date is Monday, April 20, 2026. This year marks the 130th edition of the event, traditionally held on Patriots’ Day in Massachusetts. Public safety and participant details were highlighted in recent city and B.A.A. announcements ahead of race weekend.

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Mayor Wu Announces Preparations Ahead of 2026 Boston Marathon

Mayor Michelle Wu, City officials, and regional partners announced public safety preparations for the 130th Boston Marathon at a joint press conference with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.). The Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America is the world’s oldest annual marathon, traditionally held on Patriots’ Day, which this year falls on Monday, April 20. This year, the event will welcome more than 30,000 participants from 137...

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