Boston Marathon weekend in the city is filled with energy and pride! There’s a lot happening all around town, and this guide is filled with suggestions on where to eat and drink, street closings, and acts of kindness opportunities in the neighborhood! This guide will be updated daily – so make sure to check back!
Carbo-load
Whether you’re running the Boston Marathon or just cheering on the runners, you can carbo-load your way around the neighborhood! Here are our picks!
Running and cheering via Dorchester Running Club
The Dorchester Running Club is offering some group runs and cheer zones!
Saturday Group Run at Garvey Park at 7am – Plus a True Marathon Cheer Zone in Savin Hill at 8:30am
Sunday Group Run + Shakeout – Garvey Park at 8am
Monday Boston Marathon Cheer Zone at Mile 19th – All Day
Celebrate Marathon Monday with Brunch or Lunch
Marathon Bouquets via Love Child
Love Child’s Marathon bouquet features a vibrant mix of yellow and blue blooms and is hand-wrapped with love! Treat your loved one to something special after months of training! Each bouquet also includes a custom-made Boston Marathon “Congratulations” card! There is an option to keep the stems hydrated by wrapping them with special floral paper drenched in water, so you can easily bring with you to the finish line!
One Boston Day – April 15th
Let’s honor and reflect on all that is strong and resilient about the City of Boston! You’re also encouraged to perform an act of kindness! Why not do a good deed by performing a simple act of kindness in the neighborhood? Here are some suggestions!
Taking the MBTA
The MBTA announced extra service for Marathon Monday. You can check out the schedule here.
Traffic/Parking
Wondering about traffic, where to park, and what streets will be closed? The City of Boston has some handy information you can read here!
Restricted/Prohibited Items
You can check out a list of restricted/prohibited items for Marathon Monday.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
