Lace ‘Em Up: The Boston Waterfront 5K Returns with a New Course This September

The Boston Waterfront 5K is back on Saturday, September 12th, with a brand-new course and the same scenic waterfront views runners have come to love.
Hosted by The McCourt Foundation, the annual race begins and ends at Leader Bank Pavilion and features a fresh route through the Seaport and along the waterfront. Open to runners and walkers of all ages, the event raises money to support The McCourt Foundation’s mission to cure neurological diseases and build healthier communities.

After crossing the finish line, participants can stick around for a post-race celebration featuring music, food, drinks, and more.
Looking to level up your race day? The VIP experience includes access to the exclusive Team TMF Pavilion with dedicated check-in, breakfast items, private bathrooms, a shaded lounge area, live music, and a beer ticket for participants 21+.
Registration is now open, and early registrants can take advantage of the lowest pricing before spots fill up.
For more information and to register, visit the Boston Waterfront 5K website here.
Make sure to follow McCourt Foundation on Instagram for the latest.
General Entry 5k
Perks:
- Participant t-shirt
- Finisher medal
- Finish Festival
- Access to Fundraising Rewards
5k VIP Package Team TMF
Two Options for this category. Runners can choose to fundraise their $150 entry fee or choose to pay their $150 entry fee. Their choice.
Team TMF Exclusive VIP Pavilion
Our private tent experience for VIP and Team TMF participants.
Perks
- Race entry
- T-Shirt & Medal
- Dedicated packet pick up line
- Coffee, breakfast items and snacks
- Dedicated t-shirt pick up
- Private bathrooms
- Shaded lounge area
- Live music
- Dedicated bar – with an extra beer ticket (21+)

Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.


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