Boston 10K for Women

09/16/2026

Happy Wednesday! And what better way to celebrate Hump Day than highlighting Katie McGregor, a 2x Boston 10K for Women champion! She raced to the top of the podium in 2005 and 2006, and finished second in 2007 and 2011.

As a Wolverine at the University of Michigan, Katie was a 3x NCAA champion and claimed the NCAA cross country individual title in 1998. Following her collegiate career, she competed on the U.S. world cross country team, participated in the U.S. Olympic Trials, and won back-to-back USA Women's 10K Championships.

An inspiration to a generation of female athletes, McGregor was inducted in the Michigan Women's Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2007.

09/15/2026

50 years of women at the starting line.

Introducing Finish Stronger, a new limited podcast series celebrating 50 years of the Boston 10K for Women.

Created and hosted by Sydney Sauer, the series tells the story of the women who challenged expectations, broke barriers, and helped shape the sport of running.

⭐ Episode 1: Challenging the Narrative
⭐ Episode 2: Breaking the Tape
⭐ Episode 3: Building the Legacy

Hear from Dusty Rhodes, Molly Huddle, Lyn Licciardello, Maggie Mertens, and many more women who have been part of the race’s incredible history.

Stay tuned as we share each episode of Finish Stronger!

09/15/2026

Tada! Our 2026 shirt has arrived!

Our 2026 race shirt is THE item for fall! This year’s navy blue shirt features front and sleeve designs that commemorate our 50th running. Long-sleeved, women’s-cut, and lightweight, its moisture-wicking fabric is perfect for keeping you comfortable and stylish on your runs. Distributed at bib number pick-up, it’s the perfect complement for runs of any distance.

If you want to wear running history next month, make sure to register today!

Sign up: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/Boston10KforWomen

09/14/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Lindsey Thorne-Bingham back as a Boston 10K for Women Ambassador!
Lindsey is a five-time marathoner and LeadHer with TrailblazHers Run Co., where she loves supporting and encouraging women on their running journeys. She’s a big believer in the power of community and the “get to” mindset—because we don’t have to run, we get to run.
We love Lindsey’s energy, her heart for this community, and her love for the Boston 10K for Women. So happy to have her back on October 10!

09/14/2026

We’re so excited to welcome the Women’s Foundation of Massachusetts to this year’s Boston 10K for Women!

WFMA works alongside nonprofits across the Commonwealth to create more opportunities for women and girls through education, leadership, mentoring, career development, and financial empowerment.

We’re proud to highlight their work and the impact they’re making throughout Massachusetts. Be sure to stop by their tent on race day to learn more and see how you can get involved!

09/12/2026

50 years of running, history, and women breaking barriers.

As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Boston 10K for Women, we’re looking back at some of the moments that helped shape this race into what it is today.

09/10/2026

Reminder of today's webinar on Returning to the Roads!
Join us at 6:00 p.m. on Zoom!

Session 2: Returning to Running After Pregnancy and Pelvic Floor Recovery

Link:

Returning to the Roads: A Three-Part Webinar Series Postpartum Women Returning to Running Again and Again Evidence-Based Education and Real Conversation: Sessions aimed to support women runners through every season of life—from postpartum recovery to perimenopause and beyond. What Is It? A virtu...

09/10/2026

We're proud to recognize The Junior League of Boston, Inc. as a Charity Partner of the Boston 10K for Women!

Founded in 1906, the Junior League of Boston advances women's leadership through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. With more than 500 members, the organization is helping build stronger communities and inspiring positive change across Greater Boston.

Inspired by their work? Go to their website to join their team for this year's 10K!

09/10/2026

We’re taking off from the start line in ONE MONTH! 2026 is a historic milestone for the Boston 10K for Women, and you can celebrate our big 5-0 in style with our 2026 race shirt. Long-sleeved, women's-cut, and lightweight, its moisture-wicking fabric will make you look and feel amazing on race day. 😎

Shirts are limited to the first 7,000 race registrants!

Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/MA/Boston/Boston10KforWomen

09/09/2026

Today, we’re highlighting Deena Kastor, our 2007 Boston 10K for Women champion!

If you looked up “excellence” in the dictionary, we wouldn’t be surprised if you saw a photo of Deena. She held the American marathon record for 19 years and was the first American woman to run a marathon under 2 hours and 20 minutes. And if that wasn’t impressive enough, Deena also won the bronze medal in the women's marathon at the 2004 Olympics.

We’re always impressed by the caliber of talent that has come through our race, and we can’t wait to announce our Elite Athletes for 2026!