The Boston Run Show & The Boston Outdoor Expo 2025 Breaks Records and Announces Move for 2026

March 12, 2025

The 2 events in 1 weekend debut their collocation from March 1-2, 2025

Boston, MA. (March 12, 2025) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/   – The Boston Run Show & The Boston Outdoor Expo 2025 broke visitor attendance records and welcomed 11,573 runners and outdoor enthusiasts to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center last weekend. The energizing weekend solidified its place as a key event in the New England running and outdoor community and will return 2026 in a new location.

The weekend kicked-off with raffles at the entrance and opportunities to win swag, gift cards from retailers and quiz questions from Boston Marathon Director Dave McGillivray. The entertainment didn’t stop there as visitors heard from over 25 speakers, including Boston Marathon legend Des Linden, Olympic marathoner Meb Keflezighi, alpinist Conrad Anker, and Barkley Marathons Race Director Laz Lake, Alone TV’s personality Jessie Krebs, all hosted by Kelly Roberts and Sara Kunz. The event featured 200+ brands, more than any of the previous expos, showcasing the latest in gear, apparel, and technology from top names like PUMA, Saucony, Asics, Altra, Salomon, New Balance, Adidas, HOKA, Goodr, Sprints, Hylo Athletics, Xact Nutrition, HYROX, Ineos Grenadier and more.

Thousands of visitors engaged in interactive experiences, including a new climbing wall, pickleball court, ice baths, a bike zone, free gait analysis, Hyperice X Nike Recovery Zone, Treatment Zone with Mass General Hospital and HYROX fitness racing taster sessions. The event also hosted two Shake Out Runs—a plogging (pick up litter run) on Saturday to clean up the city and a Women’s 5km on Sunday to highlight safety in women’s running by TrailblazHers and Running Mate. A highlight of the weekend was the premiere of the Boston Bulldogs Documentary, focusing on the impact of running on mental health, with over 100 attendees taking over the Inspiration Stage.

Managing Director, Steve Morgan commented ‘We have seen a huge increase in the number of visitors from New England coming to the expo and enjoying a day out of shopping, live action and entertainment. This event is about community, and provides an incredible platform to discuss topics including diversity, sustainability and safety outdoors. The reason that these events exist is to get all generations outside and active! With our live activations and incredible speaker line-up, this year has been a huge success and we can’t wait to come back next year to do it all again!’

Different to last year, the expo boasted HUGE deals and the latest products on the market from retailers, Colorado Ski Shop and Marathon Sports. The community shopped incredible brands and left the expo with new purchases for a Spring and Summer full of adventures.

The Expos Move to Royal Plaza Trade Center

Building on its success, the Boston Run Show returns February 28 to March 1, 2026, at the Royal Plaza Trade Center in Marlborough, MA. The Boston Outdoor Expo will return a month later, March 28-29, 2026 at the Royal Plaza Trade Center. The move provides better accessibility for New England residents, and enhanced opportunities for brands and visitors, ensuring an even better experience for all attendees. Just 30 miles from the city of Boston, the venue offers free parking for all vendors and visitors, cost-effective accommodation and a new space for new live action!

For more information, visit www.thebostonrunshow.com or www.thebostonoutdoorexpo.com

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