The marathon has started in Hopkinton ever since 1924, which was also when the official length of a marathon was established at 26.2 miles.

A key office building in Hopkinton owned by the Boston Athletic Association has recently undergone a renovation.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is encouraging “acts of kindness” to honor the victims, survivors, and first responders of the ...

Test editor Amanda Furrer shares what she loves—and hates—about the course and all the things she likes to do marathon ...

An interactive map of the Boston Marathon Route, with details about landmarks and transportation options along the 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to Copley Square.

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April 21 is Patriot’s Day, a special holiday in Massachusetts that commemorates the state’s role in the American Revolution.

The Boston Marathon will run for the 129th time - and 12 years removed from the fatal bombing attack - on Monday, April 21.

When runners arrive, they will run past the Johnny Kelley Statue. The statue is a tribute to the local legend who ran 61 marathons, the last of which came in 1992 when Johnny was 84. Near the race ...

Here's why the Boston Marathon is worth traveling for, according to a recent ranking published by Forbes Travel Guide.