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👟 We’re (almost) off to the races

Your guide to the 2025 Boston Marathon
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Runners crossing the finish line during the 125th Boston Marathon. | Photo via @olc_coach
With Marathon Monday just two weeks away, we’re lacing up our sneakers and gearing up to attend the 127th Boston Marathon.

What’s new this year?

This year will mark the 10th anniversary of the Boston Marathon tragedy in 2013, and there are various commemorative events planned for the Saturday before race day. The City will also host a range of volunteer opportunities to commemorate One Boston Day on April 15.

We can expect a pretty familiar face to kick off race day. David Ortiz, three-time World Series champion + Red Sox legend, will serve as Grand Marshal and lead the way from Hopkinton to Boston.

Sadly, there’s one Barkstonian we’ll be missing this year. Spencer, the official dog of the Marathon, died in February. The golden retriever is being honored with a permanent portrait at the Hopkinton Arts Center, as well as on some of the Marathon banners around Back Bay.

Boton Marathon official course map

The runners pass through Framingham, Natick, and Brighton on the way to Back Bay.

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Image via Boston Athletic Association

How can I cheer on the runners?

With nearly 30,000 athletes expected to hit the pavement, it’s time to jog your memory on the course route + schedule.

The race begins on Main Street in Hopkinton Center and continues to the finish line on Boylston Street in Back Bay. The first wave sets off at 10 a.m., with the final wave heading out at 11:15 a.m. Some of the most popular spots for catching the action are the Wellesley Scream Tunnel and Heartbreak Hill in Newton.

Planning to check out the start of the race? Roads in Hopkinton close at 6:30 a.m. and there will be no street parking — your best bet is taking one of the B.A.A. shuttle buses.

What do you want to know about next? Share what’s got you curious and we’ll keep the race day content going (it’s a Marathon and not a sprint, after all).
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Events

Monday, April 3
  • LGBTQ+ Networking Happy Hour | Monday, Apr. 3 | 5:30-7 p.m. | The Bluebird Bar, 1293 Washington St., West Newton | Free to attend | Visit the Newton neighborhood for a networking event with LGBTQ professionals.
  • Beer & Cheese Pairing Class: Goat Wild | Monday, Apr. 3 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Lamplighter CX, 110 N. First St., Cambridge | $35 | Goat crazy at this pairing with a curated cheese board and flight.
Tuesday, April 4
Wednesday, April 5
  • Thirty Flirty & Surviving Live Podcast | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 7 p.m. | Guy Fieri’s Boston Kitchen & Bar, 186 Tremont St., Boston | $15 | See the first live podcast event with special guests Haley Joy Page + Molly J Curley.
Thursday, April 6
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News Notes
Weather
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Number
  • $750,000. That’s how much money is available for small local businesses with the City’s relaunched Contracting Opportunity Fund. Beginning Monday, April 10, businesses can apply for grants up to $15,000 — funds can be used for operational needs like purchasing new equipment or expanding rental space.
Civic
  • The City of Cambridge is seeking volunteers to serve on a new LGBTQ+ housing task force. Residents can apply by Monday, May 8 to help provide recommendations for ensuring LGBTQ+ housing access, safety, and inclusivity.
Biz
  • The law firm Goulston & Storrs is relocating from Atlantic Avenue to a 100,000-sqft space downtown — one of the biggest office leases signed in our city so far this year. The locally based firm is moving into One Post Office Square, which is currently undergoing a $300 million makeover. (Boston Globe)
Seasonal
  • Quack quack. Boston’s Duck Boat Tours are officially back up and running for the season. Grab tickets here to play tourist this spring and explore our city by land + water.
Plan Ahead
  • Calling all local elves and fairies. The Boston Parks and Recreation Department + Mayor’s Mural Crew are hosting the annual Fairy House Building Workshop on Thursday, April 20. The event at Franklin Park helps children create personalized, eco-friendly homes for woodland fairies.
Wellness
  • Our tip for a gentle, gradual wake-up: Amazon’s Halo Rise, which uses smart alarm clock technology to simulate a sunrise. Bonus: Turn on the sleep tracking feature to help improve your sleep — no wearable device required.
Community

How to navigate our events page

How to navigate our community events page
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Our events page makes it easy to find happenings on the go. | Photo by Ketut Subiyanto via Pexels
You may be familiar with the events section of our newsletter — but what about our website?

Make the most of our comprehensive events calendar with these pro tips for navigating our site like a true local.

Event search tools

First, head to our Events page.

Then, start scrolling to see what events are coming up, or use these key features to filter events more specifically:

Magnifying glass icon: Search keywords to find event categories or search events by name.
“All Events” drop-down (desktop): Search for virtual events or “Editor’s Picks.”
  • What’s an Editor’s Pick, you ask? Those are events that our team has personally curated for our audience. Aka: fun, noteworthy, or important going-ons in the community.
Descending list icon (desktop): Choose how you want events for each day to be ordered — by time, popularity, or alphabetically.
Bullet list icon: Change the format from lists to thumbnails.
Additional tools: Select date, location, and/or radius.

Add your own event

You can add your own events to our community calendar. Here’s how:

“Add Event” calendar button: Click or tap this button, create a login, and input your event information. We need the name, date(s), time(s), location, price, and a brief description.

Bonus: You can always upload events for free, or choose a paid option to guarantee that it’s listed in our newsletter. Review our promotional offerings before clicking “submit.”

Happy event hunting!
The Wrap
 
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Today’s Edition By:
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From the Editor
Last week, I took a cocktail making class at The Boston Shaker in Somerville + learned the basic techniques of shaking and stirring up some classic drinks.

For anyone looking to level up their home bar game, I highly recommend the Somerville shop’s class (or just stopping by to browse the impressive collection of drinkware and tools).

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