SPECTATOR VIEWING |
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Competing in the Boston Marathon wouldn't be complete without the endless support of friends and family in the lead up to the Boston Marathon. So, where's the best place for spectators to watch on race day?
There is ample space every mile from Hopkinton to Boston for fans to gather and cheer on your journey to Boylston Street. Some of the most famous spots are the Wellesley Scream Tunnel just before halfway; Heartbreak Hill in Newton around Boston College; and the final stretch on Boylston Street before the finish.
Here are three tips for spectators to get the most out of their viewing experience:
DIVISION | START TIME* |
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Mobility Impaired | 8:40 a.m. ET |
Men's Push-Rim Wheelchair | 9:02 a.m. ET |
Women's Push-Rim Wheelchair | 9:04 a.m. ET |
Handcycles & Duos | 9:25 a.m. ET |
Elite Women** | 9:32 a.m. ET |
Elite Men & Wave One | 10:00 a.m. ET |
Wave Two | 10:25 a.m. ET |
Wave Three | 10:50 a.m. ET |
Wave Four | 11:15 a.m. ET |
2018 Boston Marathon Field Size | 30,000 |
*Start times are tentative and subject to change.
OPTIMAL VIEWING LOCATION AND TIMES |
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SPLIT | LOCATION | LEAD MEN (W) | LEAD WOMEN (W) | LEAD WOMEN | LEAD MEN |
Start | Main St. Hopkinton | 9:02 a.m. | 9:04 a.m. | 9:32 a.m. | 10:00 a.m. |
5K | Rt. 135, Ashland | 9:11 a.m. | 9:13 a.m. | 9:49 a.m. | 10:15 a.m. |
10K | Rt. 135, Framingham | 9:21 a.m. | 9:25 a.m. | 10:06 a.m. | 10:30 a.m. |
15K | Rt. 135, Natick | 9:32 a.m. | 9:37 a.m. | 10:22 a.m. | 10:46 a.m. |
20K | Rt. 135, Wellesley | 9:42 a.m. | 9:49 a.m. | 10:39 a.m. | 11:01 a.m. |
Half | Rt. 135, Wellesley | 9:47 a.m. | 9:51 a.m. | 10:42 a.m. | 11:04 a.m. |
25K | Rt. 16, Wellesley | 9:52 a.m. | 10:01 a.m. | 10:57 a.m. | 11:16 a.m. |
30K | Rt. 30, Newton | 10:02 a.m. | 10:13 a.m. | 11:14 a.m. | 11:31 a.m. |
35K | Rt. 30, Boston | 10:12 a.m. | 10:25 a.m. | 11:31 a.m. | 11:47 a.m. |
40K | Beacon St., Boston | 10:21 a.m. | 10:36 a.m. | 11:48 a.m. | 12:02 p.m. |
FINISH | Boylston St., Boston | 10:36 a.m. | 10:42 a.m. | 11:56 a.m. | 12:08 p.m. |
All times above are approximate
SPECTATOR RULES |
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Those interested in attending the race this year are also being asked for their cooperation in following reasonable and common sense guidelines that will help ensure the safety and security of participants, volunteers and spectators.
Spectators intending on watching the Boston Marathon from anywhere along the 26.2 mile course should expect a significant presence of uniformed and plain clothed police officers. Spectators entering official B.A.A. event venues, approaching viewing areas on the course, or in viewing areas on the course, may be asked to pass through security checkpoints, and law enforcement officers or contracted private security personnel may ask to inspect bags and other items being carried. Spectators along the course, or within any official B.A.A. venue are discouraged from possessing any of the items listed below. Possession of any of these items may result in delays when passing through security checkpoints and enhanced screening:
VIEWING ON TV OR ONLINE |
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PARKING IN HOPKINTON |
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Please note that the roads within the town of Hopkinton close at 7:00 a.m. and no street parking will be available. Expect delays! Please do not park illegally, as it will jeopardize the transportation system and will result in the vehicle being towed at the owner’s expense. There will be no on-street parking allowed in the town of Hopkinton. Registered runners are requested to use the shuttle buses from the South Street parking lots in order to ensure timely arrival at the Athletes’ Village.
Volunteer/Spectator Parking:
PARKING IN BOSTON |
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Race Week
On-street parking in Boston’s Back Bay is extremely limited during race week. There are a number of parking garages in the area; however, public transportation is strongly encouraged.
Race Day
Parking meters are not active on Patriots’ Day; however, due to road closures and traffic congestion, spectators will be unable to drive near the finish area.
Garage @ 100 Clarendon
Park just steps away from the Boston Marathon at the Garage @ 100 Clarendon. Located one block from the finish line, Garage @ 100 Clarendon is proud to be the Official Parking Garage of the Boston Marathon. Garage @ 100 Clarendon is the Back Bay and South End’s most affordable and conveniently located parking facility. Positioned above the Massachusetts Turnpike and next door to Back Bay Rail Station, this full service parking facility offers flexible parking services with unmatched customer service. Stay, Park & Save - Stay at any Boston hotel and receive discounted parking at Garage @ 100 Clarendon. Visit www.100clarendon.com for more information on Marathon Day Parking, Hotel Parking, and all other parking services.