Boston’s Run to Remember Offering ‘March Madness’ Giveaways to Encourage Early Registration for Popular Race

Volunteers also sought for May 24 road races through historic Boston to honor fallen law enforcement officers

BOSTON (March 9, 2015) – Organizers of Boston’s Run to Remember are offering ‘March Madness’ incentives to encourage runners to get signed up for the half marathon or 5-mile race through historic downtown Boston before registration for the popular event closes.

Boston’s Run to Remember on Sunday, May 24, was created as a tribute to Massachusetts law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.

Both the half marathon and 5-mile races begin at the Seaport World Trade Center in downtown Boston and take runners past famous landmarks and historic sites. This is the 11th year for the charity event that continues to grow in popularity.

Runners registering for Boston’s Run to Remember in March will be entered in weekly drawings for items such as New Balance running shoes, a clear security gear bag, official race gear such as a technical race shirt and running hat, or a free entry into next year’s race.

Runners can register for either race at www.bostonsruntoremember.com.

Race organizers say volunteers also are needed for the Memorial Day weekend charity event that benefits the community and children’s programs of the Boston Police Runner's Club.

Volunteer positions are available along the course on race day as well as at the Expo and packet pick up over race weekend.  Volunteers can review and select a desired position at http://www.bostonsruntoremember.com/boston/volunteer.html.

The pace of registration to fill the field of 10,000 runners is well ahead of last year – 70 percent of capacity was filled as of March 1 – and race organizers anticipate shutting down registration much sooner than in 2014.

“We’re trying to make every effort to encourage runners who may think they have time to register, based on past experience, to get signed up right away,” said Race Director Steve Balfour. “The race is going to sell out and it’s going to happen sooner than ever this year, so we hope our March Madness giveaway provides runners with the push they need to ensure their spot at the start line.”

Both races feature loop courses that start at the Seaport World Trade Center and wind through historic downtown Boston, with the half marathon crossing over the scenic Charles River along Memorial Drive in Cambridge before looping back. View a course map here.

Last year, 9,504 runners crossed the finish line in the two races.

For additional information, find the race on Facebook or visit the website at www.bostonsruntoremember.com.

Boston’s Run to Remember is produced by a handful of police officers and detectives who volunteer their time to create, organize and manage the race. Proceeds benefit the community and children’s programs of the Boston Police Runner's Club. For those who cannot run this year but want to take part, donations may be made to Boston’s Run to Remember and sent to P.O. Box 760670, Melrose, MA 02176. 

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