Grab your craziest costume, lace up your running shoes and get ready for some spooky fun, because the Boston Costume Dash is returning on Saturday, October 26th! With an all-new course on the Charles River Esplanade, an afternoon start time and awesome after party, the revamped 2019 event will be can’t-miss!
Not just a road race, it’s a complete Halloween experience!
After hundreds of costumed runners dressed as superheroes, inflatable dinosaurs and other spirited costumes take on the beautiful 5k course in hilarious fashion, the fun is just beginning. Once you claim your commemorative finisher’s medal, celebrate with a costume contest, free sponsor swag, and an after party for 21+ runners!
This event is sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR).

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WHAT IT COSTS
Early Bird - $35
Through October 11, 2019
Regular - $45
Through October 24, 2019
Location
Date: Saturday, October 26, 2019
Packet Pick-Up & Race Day Registration: 1:30 – 3:00 pm
Start Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Fiedler Field (Charles River Esplanade) Boston, MA 02114
A costume contest will be held post-race, which includes special prizes and swag for the best costumes as selected by crowd applause, so be sure to go all out! To be eligible to win in the costume contest, you must wear your costume during the race.
Directions
Please see below for instructions on how to get to Fiedler Field. Note that there is no public parking on the Esplanade and vehicles are not permitted in the park. Please follow the below directions on how to get to the park. Please use the address 84 Beacon Street as your destination if you are taking a rideshare.
RULES

Course Map

Still have questions?
Have any questions that aren't answered above? Simply email us at [email protected]!
Ready To Run?
Click the button below to reserve your spot for Boston’s spookiest road race!