It’s go time. Boston Marathon weekend is a full celebration of running, community, and the city’s deep marathon legacy. Whether you're racing, spectating, or just soaking in the energy, here’s how to make the most of the weekend at Heartbreak events. See below for the details:
Thursday, April 16, 6:30PM: Local's Night powered by Nike Running
Friday, April 17, 6:00PM - 9:00PM: Heartbreak Honors powered by Nike Running
Saturday, April 18, 9:00AM- 12:00PM: BAA 5k After Party with adidas
Saturday, April 18, 10:00AM - 4:00PM: Heartbreak Street Fair powered by Nike Running
Saturday, April 18th: 7:00PM - 9:00PM: Movie Premiere Boston, You Earned It with adidas
Sunday, April 19, 8:30AM - 12:30PM: Heartbreak Shakeout powered by Nike Running
Sunday, April 19, 10:00AM- 12:00PM: Official adidas Hyperboost Boston 2026 Shakeout
Monday, April 20, 10:00AM - 6:00PM: Heartbreak Cheerzone powered by Nike Running
Monday, April 20, 6:00PM - 11:00PM: Heartbreak Afterparty powered by Nike Running
Thursday, April 17: Kickoff & Taper @ Local's Night
Local’s Night powered by Nike Running
📍 Heartbreak South End 6:30-9:00PM
- A final taper workout light and easy to keep the legs fresh.
- A celebration of all the winter training miles
- Special surprises to start the weekend off right.
Friday, April 18: Community & Celebration
Heartbreak Honors powered by Nike Running
📍 Heartbreak South End 6:30- 9:30PM
- Heartbreak Honors shines a light on our brightest community members.
- This is a special awards ceremony and party hosted by Dan Fitzgerald, co-founder of Heartbreak, with special guest artist and creator, Luke McCambley, better known as The Orange Runner.
- Drinks, snacks, and fun surprises to kick off the weekend.
Saturday, April 19: 5K Afterparty, Street Fair, Movie Premiere
📍 Heartbreak Cambridge 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- You crushed the BAA 5K. Now it’s time to celebrate. Whether you sprinted, jogged, or cheered, this party is for you!
Heartbreak Street Fair powerd by Nike Running
📍 Boston South End 10:00AM- 4:00PM
- The Heartbreak and Nike Running street fair features runner services, photo-ops, giveaways, and high profile guests and surprises.
- Bring the family. It's free and open to all!
📍 Heartbreak Cambridge 7:00PM-9:00PM
- Devin Miller & Fidelis Teixeira will debut their short film documenting Dev’s lead-up to Boston 2026 (his first!), their relationship to each other, and to the running community at-large.
- Expect Popcorn, giveaways, and the deep connection that runs through our community and in this creative team.
Sunday, April 20: Shake it out, Fuel, Rest, Prep & Soak It In!
Heartbreak Shakeout Run powered by Nike Running
📍 Heartbreak South End 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
- Join Coach Dan & Nike professional athletes for our most ambitious shakeout ever!
📍 The Back Bay 9:30:00-12:00PM
- Join adidas, Believe in the Run, and Heartbreak for the most Hyperboosted Shakeout! Gathering energy with professional athletes, community leaders, and other suprises. This easy run from the Back Bay to Heartbreak Cambridge will be one to remember!
- Mangia Sunday: Boston Marathon Carbo-Loading Night
📍Mida Boston
- Join us for a special Mangia Sunday the night before the Boston Marathon! We're bringing our beloved Mangia Monday tradition to race weekend with a carbo-loading special featuring five entrée options, including "Heartbreak Hill Approved" simple pasta dishes. Make a reservation here.
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Monday, April 21: RACE DAY!
Heartbreak Cheer Zone powered by Nike Running
📍 Heartbreak Newton 9:30-12PM
- If you're spectating, claim your spot early at Heartbreak Newton Mile 20 Cheer Zone!
Heartbreak Afterparty powered by Nike Running
📍 Carrie Nation 6PM-10PM
- Celebrate the runners, and the city of Boston
See you in Boston for an unforgettable marathon weekend!
