Harpoon 5-Miler
About this race
Join us for the 25th Annual Harpoon 5-Miler on Saturday, May 16, 2026!
Registration is now CLOSED. 🎉
The Harpoon 5-Miler in South Boston is not just a race—it’s a celebration of community, fitness, and hope. This annual event brings together runners, volunteers, and supporters from all walks of life to raise critical funds for two important charities: The Angel Fund for ALS Research 🧠💙 and the Peter Frates Family Foundation 🙌.
Over the years, the race has raised over $3.1 million for the cure and care of ALS, making a real impact in the fight against this devastating disease. Participants will race through the vibrant streets of South Boston 🏃♂️🏃♀️, all while supporting groundbreaking ALS research and honoring the legacy of Peter Frates, whose battle with ALS inspired the global Ice Bucket Challenge 🧊💧.
With a beautiful course, a lively atmosphere, and the support of the Harpoon Brewery 🍺, the race is a must-do for anyone looking to challenge themselves, give back, and make a difference in the fight against ALS.
After crossing the finish line, runners and volunteers can join the post-race celebration at Harpoon Brewery 🎉🍻, complete with refreshing beverages, a lively dance party with DJ Steve Greco 💃🎶, and more. It’s a day filled with purpose, energy, and camaraderie—all while supporting a cause that impacts countless lives. Whether you're running or volunteering, your participation helps bring us one step closer to a world without ALS 🌎❤️.
Join fellow runners on May 23, 2021 for the Harpoon 5-Miler. It's a fantastic 8K featuring a flat and fast course in Boston.
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Running
Ship to you!
We ship everything to you prior to the race! This option is for anyone who cannot pick-up at either the Harpoon Brewery in Boston, MA or the Harpoon Brewery Taproom and Beer Garden in Windsor, VT.
Pick up at Harpoon!
If you choose this level you have to be over 21 years of age and able to pick up your packet at either the Harpoon Brewery in Boston, MA or the Harpoon Brewery Taproom and Beer Garden in Windsor, VT.
Pick up at Harpoon: 20 Beers for 20 Years Party Pack!
If you choose this level you have to be over 21 years of age and able to pick up your packet at either the Harpoon Brewery in Boston, MA or the Harpoon Brewery Taproom and Beer Garden in Windsor, VT.
5 Miler
Custom PDF Bib
This option allows you to be a part of the race with an emailed pdf bib that we will send to you! Through this event you're still raising money for The Angel Fund and have a chance to win prizes leading up to the race!
Bib & Beers
If you choose this level you have to be over 21 years of age and able to pick up your packet at either the Harpoon Brewery in Boston, MA or the Harpoon Brewery Taproom and Beer Garden in Windsor, VT.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Boston in 2021, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Boston
Harpoon 5-Miler takes place in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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