Running Races in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 342 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in February, March, and June. No single city dominates the calendar. Boston leads with 19 races, followed by Barre (7), Newburyport (7), and Worcester (7). The remaining 88% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Massachusetts
Sep (97) · Oct (73) · Aug (59) · Nov (39) · Jul (27) · Dec (15) · May (13) · Apr (9) · Jan (4) · Mar (3) · Jun (2) · Feb (1)
Notable Massachusetts events
- Falmouth Road Race — Falmouth, August 23 — 7-mile road race
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Annual OVL Cape Cod 5K Championship Road Race - "Run for the Library"
July 18, 2026
Osterville, MA
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LT Fitness Summer Nights Experience In Partnership with DCR
July 20, 2026
Dorchester Center, MA
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2026 Flutie 5K for Autism: Martha's Vineyard presented by Vineyard Wealth Group
July 25, 2026
West Tisbury, MA
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Blackstone celebrates America 5k
Blackstone, MA
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Blackstone celebrates America 5k
July 25, 2026
Blackstone, MA
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Hope Beyond the Badge 5K (Run / Walk) for First Responder and Families
July 26, 2026
Braintree, MA
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USATF-NE Road Mile Championships
Hopkinton, MA
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USATF-NE Road Mile Championships
July 26, 2026
Hopkinton, MA
Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.