Running Races in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 330 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. The calendar runs year-round — busiest in August through October, quietest in February, June, and July. No single city dominates the calendar. Boston leads with 18 races, followed by Worcester (7), Springfield (6), and Barre (5). The remaining 89% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Massachusetts
Sep (99) · Oct (79) · Aug (64) · Nov (39) · Dec (15) · May (13) · Apr (9) · Jan (4) · Mar (3) · Jun (2) · Jul (2) · Feb (1)
Notable Massachusetts events
- Falmouth Road Race — Falmouth, August 23 — 7-mile road race
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Savage Race Boston 2026
Barre, MA
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Savage Race Boston 2026
August 2, 2026
Barre, MA
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Newburyport High Street Mile - Winners Circle Running Club
August 2, 2026
Newburyport, MA
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2026 Kennedy Community Health 5K Walk & Run
Worcester, MA
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2026 Kennedy Community Health 5K Walk & Run
August 8, 2026
Worcester, MA
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5th Annual Mentoring Matters 5K powered by Best Fitness
August 8, 2026
Springfield, MA
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10th Annual Runners Helping Neighbors 5K Run / Fitness Walk
August 9, 2026
Westminster, 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.