Franklin Park Hosts the Boston Half Marathon for Cancer Research
The 2026 Boston Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, bringing thousands of runners to a 13.1-mile course through Boston’s Emerald Necklace, with events centered at Franklin Park located at 1 Franklin Park Rd., The Jimmy Fund reported. Presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, the race serves to raise critical funds that directly support innovative cancer research and compassionate patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Charity Entry Requirements and Training Support
Runners participating through the exclusive charity team receive guaranteed race entry, a designated fundraising web page, and official team gear including a race singlet and baseball cap, according to The Jimmy Fund. In-person participants who complete the course receive an official Boston Athletic Association finisher medal and shirt. Training programs for the event are designed by Jack Fultz, the 1976 Boston Marathon winner.
Historic Fundraising Milestones Versus Team Goals
Since partnering with the Boston Athletic Association’s half marathon in 2003, Dana-Farber and The Jimmy Fund have raised more than $12 million through charity runners, The Jimmy Fund reported. Meanwhile, Ropes & Gray is marking their 13th year fielding a team for the event, training staff to run the 13.1-mile course in memory of cancer patients while utilizing staff donations to fund ongoing research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, danafarber.jimmyfund.org reported.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 2026 Boston Half
Where does the Boston Half Marathon course take place?
The 13.1-mile race winds through Boston’s Emerald Necklace, with activities anchored at Franklin Park located at 1 Franklin Park Rd., according to The Jimmy Fund.
Who designs the training program for charity runners?
Training programs for the charity team are led by Jack Fultz, who won the Boston Marathon in 1976, The Jimmy Fund reported.
How can runners contact the race organization staff?
Participants can reach the Running Programs staff by calling 617-632-1970 or by emailing DFRunners@dfci.harvard.edu, danafarber.jimmyfund.org reported.
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