The following information was provided by the Charles River Watershed Association:
Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Boston, MA
The Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race is the biggest paddling race in New England, celebrating its 41st race anniversary and the Charles River Watershed Association’s 50+ years of improvements to the health, beauty and enjoyment of the Charles River and its tributaries. Over 500 paddlers throughout the U.S., ages 12 and up, compete in the 3-, 6-, 9-mile and 14-Mile Races. Races start in Newton and Brighton and finish at DCR’s Artesani Park on Soldiers Field Road in Brighton. The Finish Line Festival will offer a range of entertainment for spectators and participants of all ages, free of charge. Paddlers and spectators can enjoy live music, Mi Corazon Mexican food truck, company picnics, a beer garden featuring The Black Harp traveling Irish Pub as well as other vendors to keep spectators entertained while they wait for the races to finish.
Visit https://www.crwa.org/events/runofthecharles for more information.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Boston, MA
Have a great day while helping the Charles River Watershed Association! Volunteer for the Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race on Boston’s historic Charles River. Volunteer tasks include check-in/registration, boat spotting, safety, and more. There are several different sites with varying time commitments. Please call 508.498.8020 or visit https://www.crwa.org/events/runofthecharles to sign up.