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2011 Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race

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Hours:Hours Vary see below
Ages:Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:Outdoor
Cost:Free see below
Category:Races/Walks

On the Charles River, with races starting in Dedham, Needham, Newton, and Allston. All races finish at DCR’s Artesani Park on Soldiers Field Road in Brighton where race fans and families gather to enjoy a day of music, refreshments, exhibits, raffle drawings, picnics and awards at the free Finish Line Festival.

Nearly 1,500 canoe and kayak enthusiasts, professional, amateur, and recreational, from throughout the US and Canada, ages 12 and up, compete in a variety of races, including the $5,000 Professional Flatwater Canoe Marathon, the 24-Mile Relay Race, and 19-, 9-, and 6-mile races.

General Information

Read the official Run of the Charles race rules and terms (PDF).

Information on race start times and check-in times (PDF).

Maps and directions:
View a PDF map showing the race route and starting points
Detailed directions to all race points, as well as parking information, is available here (PDF).

Please contact 508-698-6810 for more information on any aspect of the race.

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8:30am with races on-going throughout the day and ending at the finish line festival at 4:30pm

COST↑ top

FREE admission to the Finish Line Festival at DCR’s Artesani Park. Race entry fees range from $35- $55 per individual to $350 - $400 per relay race team.

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www.crwa.org/rotc/rotc.html

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1255 Soldiers Field Rd., Boston, MA, 02456 map
Phone: (508) 698-6810

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  • Radio Disney AM 1260 Boston will be hosting a special concert for kids and families at Run of the Charles’ Finish Line Festival on SATURDAY, APRIL 30 (12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.).

  • DCR's Artesani Park

  • Brighton , MA
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