Boston 10K for Women

The Boston 10K for Women will take over the streets of Boston for the 50th time on Saturday, October 10! Though our route has changed over the decades, it remains one of the flattest and fastest race courses in Boston.

You and your crew will stage in Boston Common and load onto Charles Street before the 9:00 a.m. start on Beacon St. Once the horn sounds, you'll run west along Beacon, then turn right onto the Massachusetts Avenue bridge heading towards Cambridge. You'll turn right onto Memorial Drive in Cambridge for two out and back loops that offer sweeping views of the city, and some glimpses of the elite field. Crossing back onto the Mass Ave Bridge, the city skyline draws closer before you turn left onto Commonwealth Ave. You'll loop around the Boston Public Garden, and finish (finish stronger!) on Charles Street.

But don't take our word for it. Live it yourself and register today to beat your PR this October!

https://boston10kforwomen.com/course/

Run, walk, skip, or dance over the finish line with us. We want to see YOU at the 50th running of the Boston 10K for Women!

We're excited to introduce Sayuri Lopez, the second athlete in our Women Powered by Withings initiative!

After losing half of her right lung, Sayuri Lopez made a decision: go after the dreams she once put off.

With no running background, she took on her first Boston 10K for Women—and found strength she never knew she had.

Now in her third year, she runs as a reminder to fully live.

Read more about Sayuri and her journey here: https://boston10kforwomen.com/2026/06/sayuri-lopez/

Ice in her veins, sun on her face. The ultimate Boston 10K for Women cooldown. Want to earn your time in the sunshine? Register using the link! 🏃‍♀️☀️ https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/Boston10KforWomen

Today, we’re proud to spotlight the Vanessa T. Marcotte Foundation , one of our official charities, to celebrate ahead of our 50th running! Founded in memory of Vanessa Marcotte, the foundation is dedicated to ending violence against women and supporting programs that promote personal safety, empowerment, and healthy relationships. Through community partnerships, education initiatives, and advocacy efforts, the foundation works to create safer communities while honoring Vanessa’s legacy of kindness, compassion and service.

We are honored to support the foundation’s mission and grateful for the impact they continue to make throughout Massachusetts and beyond. 🦋

Learn more about their important work at their tent on race morning!

Looking for a great way to jumpstart your summer running season? Join us at the Road of Rainbows Pride 5K on Saturday, June 6 at Boston Common! Hosted by Boston Theater Company , this beloved Pride tradition features a pre- and post-race festival, free live performances, and a costume contest with a $1,500 prize. 🌈

In the spirit of inclusivity, RoR is offering $10 tickets to our running community when you use the code B10KW-ROR on their website. But this deal is only for the first 100 participants, and spots are running out FAST!

Don't wait and register now: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/BostonTheaterCompanysRoadofRainbows?rsus=500-400-09845e6b-96ea-4b8c-aac1-1c2e95416ba3

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As we approach the 50th Boston 10K for Women, our sponsor Withings will recognize 10 amazing athletes that reflect the courage, determination, and passion of our running community. And we're excited to introduce our first athlete, Lily Wetherington!

Lily started running to manage anxiety and heart palpitations—but found strength, confidence, and purpose along the way.

Through running, she’s raised nearly $15K for causes close to her heart and completed the Boston 10K for Women twice.

Now, she’s continuing her journey—turning gratitude for her health into action, and proving that running can change more than just your pace.

Read more about her story here: https://boston10kforwomen.com/2026/05/lily-wetherington/

Did you know that May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? 💪

May might be halfway over but there's still time to get your blood pumping and heart racing! We encourage you to get outside this weekend, enjoy the nice weather, and hit the pavement.

And, if you're looking for a training group to prepare for the 10K, stay tuned for updates about our free Run Clubs, which will start this summer!

Strike a pose! 💃 And don't forget to tell your friends to register for this year's Boston 10K for Women!

It's , and we want to highlight all of our amazing volunteers! Last year, more than 350 volunteers arrived before sunrise to help us make Boston Common race-ready for thousands of runners. Whether they volunteered with friends, family, or solo, all of them played a crucial role in making the Boston 10K for Women possible, and we truly can't host this race without them!

Want to help us make our 50th running the best race yet? Then sign up to volunteer here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/MA/Boston/Boston10KforWomen