When is the Boston Marathon?

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📍 Boston, United States 🇺🇸

📅 Monday, April 20, 2026 at 09:00:00 EDT

⏱️ Duration: 6 hours -- Boston Marathon Ends at 15:00:00 (EDT)

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What is Boston Marathon?

An annual marathon race hosted by several cities in greater Boston in eastern Massachusetts, United States.

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About Boston Marathon

The Boston Marathon is an annual marathon race that takes place in Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1897, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious marathons in the world. The race is traditionally held on Patriots' Day, which is the third Monday in April, and attracts thousands of runners from around the globe, making it a significant event in the running community.

The marathon covers a distance of 26.2 miles, starting in the town of Hopkinton and finishing in Boston. The course is known for its challenging hills, particularly the infamous Heartbreak Hill, which tests the endurance of even the most seasoned runners. Participants range from elite athletes to amateur runners, all striving to complete this iconic race.

The Boston Marathon is not only a test of physical endurance but also a celebration of community spirit. Spectators line the streets to cheer on the runners, creating an electric atmosphere. The event also raises significant funds for various charities, making it a vital part of the local culture and economy.

In 2026, the Boston Marathon will continue its legacy, celebrating its rich history and the spirit of perseverance that defines this remarkable event.

Key facts

First held: 1897
Distance: 26.2 miles
Frequency: Annual

Frequently asked questions about Boston Marathon.

The Boston Marathon will be held on April 20, 2026.

The marathon takes place in Boston, MA, USA.

The Boston Marathon is 26.2 miles long.

The Boston Marathon was first held in 1897, making it one of the oldest marathons.

Participants must meet qualifying times to enter the Boston Marathon.

Where it's held

City: Boston

Country: United States

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Boston Marathon start times in other key cities:

Abidjan Mon 13:00:00
Addis Ababa Mon 16:00:00
Ahmedabad Mon 18:30:00
Alexandria Mon 15:00:00
Ankara Mon 16:00:00
Baghdad Mon 16:00:00
Bangkok Mon 20:00:00
Beijing Mon 21:00:00
Bengaluru Mon 18:30:00
Bogota Mon 08:00:00
Cairo Mon 15:00:00
Cape Town Mon 15:00:00
Chongqing Mon 21:00:00
Dar es Salaam Mon 16:00:00
Delhi Mon 18:30:00
Dhaka Mon 19:00:00
Guangzhou Mon 21:00:00
Hanoi Mon 20:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City Mon 20:00:00
Hong Kong Mon 21:00:00
Istanbul Mon 16:00:00
Jakarta Mon 20:00:00
Johannesburg Mon 15:00:00
Kano Mon 14:00:00
Karachi Mon 18:00:00
Khartoum Mon 15:00:00
Kinshasa Mon 14:00:00
Lagos Mon 14:00:00
Lahore Mon 18:00:00
Lima Mon 08:00:00
London Mon 14:00:00
Luanda Mon 14:00:00
Melbourne Mon 23:00:00
Mexico City Mon 07:00:00
Moscow Mon 16:00:00
Mumbai Mon 18:30:00
Rio de Janeiro Mon 10:00:00
Riyadh Mon 16:00:00
Saint Petersburg Mon 16:00:00
Santiago Mon 09:00:00
Seoul Mon 22:00:00
Shanghai Mon 21:00:00
Shenzhen Mon 21:00:00
Singapore Mon 21:00:00
Sydney Mon 23:00:00
São Paulo Mon 10:00:00
Tehran Mon 16:30:00
Tokyo Mon 22:00:00

Location	Time
Abidjan	Mon 13:00:00
Addis Ababa	Mon 16:00:00
Ahmedabad	Mon 18:30:00
Alexandria	Mon 15:00:00
Ankara	Mon 16:00:00
Baghdad	Mon 16:00:00
Bangkok	Mon 20:00:00
Beijing	Mon 21:00:00
Bengaluru	Mon 18:30:00
Bogota	Mon 08:00:00
Cairo	Mon 15:00:00
Cape Town	Mon 15:00:00
Chongqing	Mon 21:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Mon 16:00:00
Delhi	Mon 18:30:00
Dhaka	Mon 19:00:00
Guangzhou	Mon 21:00:00
Hanoi	Mon 20:00:00
Ho Chi Minh City	Mon 20:00:00
Hong Kong	Mon 21:00:00
Istanbul	Mon 16:00:00
Jakarta	Mon 20:00:00
Johannesburg	Mon 15:00:00
Kano	Mon 14:00:00
Karachi	Mon 18:00:00
Khartoum	Mon 15:00:00
Kinshasa	Mon 14:00:00
Lagos	Mon 14:00:00
Lahore	Mon 18:00:00
Lima	Mon 08:00:00
London	Mon 14:00:00
Luanda	Mon 14:00:00
Melbourne	Mon 23:00:00
Mexico City	Mon 07:00:00
Moscow	Mon 16:00:00
Mumbai	Mon 18:30:00
Rio de Janeiro	Mon 10:00:00
Riyadh	Mon 16:00:00
Saint Petersburg	Mon 16:00:00
Santiago	Mon 09:00:00
Seoul	Mon 22:00:00
Shanghai	Mon 21:00:00
Shenzhen	Mon 21:00:00
Singapore	Mon 21:00:00
Sydney	Mon 23:00:00
São Paulo	Mon 10:00:00
Tehran	Mon 16:30:00
Tokyo	Mon 22:00:00

Boston Marathon start times in different countries:

🇩🇿 Algeria Mon 14:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Mon 10:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Mon 19:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil Mon 08:00:00
🇨🇳 China Mon 21:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Mon 08:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt Mon 15:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia Mon 16:00:00
🇫🇷 France Mon 15:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany Mon 15:00:00
🇮🇳 India Mon 18:30:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Mon 20:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran Mon 16:30:00
🇮🇹 Italy Mon 15:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan Mon 22:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya Mon 16:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico Mon 08:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Mon 19:30:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Mon 14:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan Mon 18:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines Mon 21:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia Mon 16:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa Mon 15:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain Mon 15:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand Mon 20:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Mon 14:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Mon 20:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇿 Algeria	Mon 14:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Mon 10:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Mon 19:00:00
🇧🇷 Brazil	Mon 08:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Mon 21:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Mon 08:00:00
🇪🇬 Egypt	Mon 15:00:00
🇪🇹 Ethiopia	Mon 16:00:00
🇫🇷 France	Mon 15:00:00
🇩🇪 Germany	Mon 15:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Mon 18:30:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Mon 20:00:00
🇮🇷 Iran	Mon 16:30:00
🇮🇹 Italy	Mon 15:00:00
🇯🇵 Japan	Mon 22:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenya	Mon 16:00:00
🇲🇽 Mexico	Mon 08:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Mon 19:30:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Mon 14:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistan	Mon 18:00:00
🇵🇭 Philippines	Mon 21:00:00
🇷🇺 Russia	Mon 16:00:00
🇿🇦 South Africa	Mon 15:00:00
🇪🇸 Spain	Mon 15:00:00
🇹🇭 Thailand	Mon 20:00:00
🇬🇧 United Kingdom	Mon 14:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Mon 20:00:00

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