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STATIONWoodland (D Line)Boston College (B Line)

Cleveland Circle - St. Mary’s (C Line)

Kenmore (B, C, D Lines)

Hynes Convention Ctr. (B, C, D Lines)

Copley (all Green Lines)

Back Bay - Orange Line (and Commuter Rail)Prudential (E Line)Arlington

(all Green Lines)Park Street (all Red & Green Lines)

COURSE LOCATION16.8 Miles21.4 Miles22.4-25 Miles25.2 Miles25.5 MilesCLOSEDFinish Area*Finish Area*Finish Area*Finish Area*

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STATIONAshlandFraminghamWest NatickNatickWellesley SquareWellesley HillsWellesley FarmsBack BayFor more information and MBTA schedules, visit www.mbta.com COURSE LOCATION3.7 Miles*6.6 Miles8.0 Miles*10.0 Miles*13.4 Miles14.4 Miles15.5 MilesFinish Area*

*Stations are a short (less than one mile) walk from the course.

Mile Marker

Commuter Rail

MBTA Green Line

MBTA Orange Line

Gatorade and Poland Spring are available to runners atevery mile mark along the course and at the finish line.

The historic course starts on Main Street in the rural New England town of Hopkinton and follows Route 135 through Ashland, Framingham, Natick, and Wellesley to where Route 135 joins Route

16. It continues along Route 16 through Newton Lower Falls, turning right at the fire station onto Commonwealth Avenue, which is Route 30. It follows Commonwealth through the Newton Hills, bearing right at the reservoir onto Chestnut Hill Avenue to Cleveland Circle. The route then turns left onto Beacon Street continuing through Kenmore Square, and under Massachusetts Avenue. The course turns right onto Hereford Street (NOTE: against normal traffic flow) then left onto Boylston Street, finishing near the John Hancock Tower in Copley Square.

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ELEVATION PROFILE

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COURSE MAP &SPECTATOR’S GUIDE

BOSTON MARATHONOfficial JetBlue Course Map

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ELITE ATHLETE TIMELINESTART 5K 10K 15K 20K 1/2 MARATHON 25K 30K 35K 40K FINISH

Main St., Hopkinton Rte 135, Ashland Rte 135, Framingham Rte 135, Natick Rte 135, Wellesley Rte 135, Wellesley Rte 16, Wellesley Rte 30, Newton Rte 30, Boston Beacon St., Boston Boylston St., Boston

LEAD MEN, WHEELCHAIR 9:17 9:26 9:36 9:47 9:57 9:59 10:07 10:17 10:27 10:36 10:41

LEAD WOMEN, WHEELCHAIR 9:17 9:26 9:38 9:50 10:02 10:04 10:14 10:26 10:38 10:49 10:55

LEAD WOMEN 9:32 9:49 10:06 10:22 10:39 10:42 10:57 11:14 11:31 11:48 11:56

LEAD MEN 10:00 10:15 10:30 10:46 11:01 11:04 11:16 11:31 11:47 12:02 12:08

This table offers an anticipated time schedule of the race leaders in the four main divisions of the Boston Marathon. Please note that the exact time of the leaders at each checkpoint will vary depending on weather conditions and racing strategy.

FAMILY MEETING AREASFamily Meeting Areas are located (1) on St. James Avenue and Stuart Street, between Berkeley Street and Clarendon Street, and (2) on Boston Common near the gear check tents at the Parkman Bandstand. Alphabetically-lettered and posted signs enable parties to meet at the sign with the first letter of the athlete’s last name. AT&T Communication Centers enable athletes to make a complimentary call to family and friends. Family, friends, and athletes are urged to MAKE PLANS PRIOR TO RACE DAY on exactly where to reunite. You are urged to reunite in the Family Meeting Areas; if you choose to meet elsewhere in the Boylston Street area, be sure to check if that location will be accessible on race day. You will not be able to drive near the finish.

MASSACHUSETTS ALERTSThe Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) and the B.A.A. are partnering to ensure that runners and spectators receive important public safety and emergency information in a timely manner. Massachusetts Alerts is a communication tool used by MEMA to disseminate critical information to smartphones. Massachusetts Alerts is powered by a free downloadable application that is available for Android and iPhones. During the Boston Marathon, MEMA will use Massachusetts Alerts to share important public safety information, including severe weather and emergency information, with runners and spectators. To learn more about Massachusetts Alerts, and for information on how to download the free app (called Ping4Alerts) onto your Android or iPhone, go to: www.mass.gov/mema/mobileapp

KEY CONTACTSBoston Athletic Association

PARKING IN BOSTONRace W eekOn-street parking in Boston’s Back Bay is extremely limited during race week. The B.A.A. preferred parking garages are the 100 Clarendon Street Garage and Prudential Center Garage. Located within walking distance from the Boston Marathon Finish Line and all the Back Bay and South End have to offer, these garages are your best bet for Boston Marathon parking.For directions, rates, and more information, please visit www.greaterbostonparking.com.Race DayBoston parking meters are not in effect on Patriots’ Day. Due to road closures and traffic congestion, spectators will be unable to drive near the finish area.Parking. 100 Clarendon Street Garage (see on map below). Prudential Center Parking (Huntington Avenue)

Also. Copley Place Parking (2 Copley Place). Boston Common Garage (Charles Street)

HYNES CONVENTION CENTER Number Pick-up will take place at the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center located at 900 Boylston Street in Boston, MA. The best way to travel into Boston is by taking the MBTA.The MBTA Green lines B, C, and D stop at the Hynes Convention Center stop, just steps from the Expo. For additional information on schedules, fares, or handicapped access, call the MBTA at 617-222-3200 or go to www.mbta.com.For information on the Expo, and a list of exhibitors, call Conventures at 617-439-7700, or visit www.sportsfitnessexpo.com.

TOURISM INFORMATIONGreater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau(888) SEE-BOSTON; www.bostonusa.com

Accessibility for the MBTA Update line for elevators and escalators: 617-222-2828 or 1-800-392-6100 then press 6

TTY availability during business hours only: 617-222-5146

Contact the MBTA: Call (617) 222-3200 or visit www.mbta.com

VIEWING THE BOSTON MARATHON VIA THE MBTAThe Boston Marathon course is accessible via both the MBTA’s Commuter Rail (Framingham/Worcester Line) and Green Line subway.NOTE: Government Center Station (MBTA Green and Blue Lines) is closed due to construction.

.Subway fare is $2.50, or $2.00 per ride if you purchase a CharlieCard.

.Commuter Rail fares vary from $2.00 to $11.00, depending on the distance traveled.

.Commuter Rail will operate on a regular weekday schedule. Make sure to note the return schedule, as Commuter Rail trains do not run as frequently as the subway.

.Subway service will run every 5–10 minutes, on a regular weekday schedule.

.Some bus routes may be diverted.

.Copley & Arlington Street stations on the Green Line will be closed on race day.

POLICIES FOR BOSTON MARATHON SPECTATORSWhile this year’s Boston Marathon is expected to draw great interest from the community, leading to more fans and specta-tors, those interested in attending the race are also being asked for their cooperation in following reasonable and common sense guidelines that will help ensure the safety and security of participants, volunteers, and spectators.Spectators along the course are discouraged from possessing any of the items listed below. Possession of any of these items may result in delays when passing through security checkpoints and enhanced screening. . Weapons or items of any kind that may be used as weapons, including firearms, knives, mace, etc. . Backpacks or any similar item carried over the shoulder. . Suitcases and rolling bags/rollers. . Coolers. . Glass containers or cans. . Flammable liquids, fuels, fireworks or explosives. . Any container capable of carrying more than 1 liter of liquid. . Handbags or packages or bulky items larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches. . Large blankets/comforters, duvets, sleeping bags. . Costumes covering the face or any non-form fitting, bulky outfits extending beyond the perimeter of the body. . Props (including sporting equipment and military and fire gear).

For more information on policies for spectators, please visit www.baa.org

VIEWING THE BOSTON MARATHON IN HOPKINTONLimited parking is available at the South Street lot on Route 495 and the Hopkinton State Park on Route 85. Shuttle buses will run between each lot and Hopkinton Center during race morn-ing, and continue until 1:00 p.m. People will not be allowed to board these B.A.A. buses if they are carrying any of the prohibited items listed above.Viewing along the course in each of the respective cities and towns is based on a first-come basis.

RACE DAY ROAD CLOSURES*Town/City Roads Close Roads OpenHopkinton 7:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.Ashland 7:15 a.m. 2:15 p.m.Framingham 8:30 a.m. 2:45 p.m.Natick 8:30 a.m. 3:15 p.m.Wellesley 8:30 a.m. 3:45 p.m.Newton 8:45 a.m. 4:45 p.m.Brookline 9:15 a.m. 5:45 p.m.Boston Variable 7:00 p.m.*All times are approximate and subject to change.

TCS INFORMATION CENTERSTata Consultancy Services (TCS) is proud to be the Official Technology Consulting Partner of the 2014 Boston Marathon. TCS provides “Information Center” booths and tents throughout race weekend. Stop by to get answers to your questions and prepare for race day.John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo Hynes Convention Center 900 Boylston Street, Boston Friday, April 18 12:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Saturday, April 19 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Sunday, April 20 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.Copley Square Saturday, April 19 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Sunday, April 20 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Monday, April 21 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.B.A.A. 5K Information Booth, Boston Common Saturday, April 19 6:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.Hopkinton Athletes’ Village Monday, April 21 7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.Family Meeting Area, Stuart Street in Boston’s Back Bay Monday, April 21 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.Boston Common Family Meeting Area Monday, April 21 12:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.TCS “Experience certainty” Information Centers are your best source for information on the Boston Marathon, the City of Boston and more!

118TH BOSTON MARATHON SCHEDULE OF EVENTSSaturday, April 198:00 a.m. B.A.A. 5K, Charles St. at Boston Common11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m. B.A.A. Invitational Mile Boylston Street, Copley Square, Boston1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. B.A.A. Relay Challenge Boylston Street, Copley Square, BostonSunday, April 204:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Pre-Race Dinner*, City Hall Plaza, BostonMonday, April 218:50 a.m. Mobility Impaired Start 9:17 a.m. Push-Rim Wheelchair Division Start9:22 a.m. Handcycle Participants Start9:32 a.m. Elite Women’s Start10:00 a.m. Elite Men’s Start & Wave One10:25 a.m Wave Two11:00 a.m. Wave Three11:25 a.m. Wave Four6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Fenway Park Open House7:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Boston Marathon Mile 27* Official Post-Race Party, presented by Samuel Adams House of Blues, 15 Lansdowne St., Boston*Tickets on sale at the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo

BOSTON MARATHON MOBILE APPThe B.A.A.’s mobile app will help you learn about the race, its runners, and allow you to track your favorite athletes on April 21! The mobile app allows for you to select up to ten runners, and decide which updates you’d like to receive; you can choose either the 10K, 13.1-mile, 30K marks or the Finish Line, or any combination of those four. To get the app, search “Boston Marathon” in the Apple or Android app store.

AT&T ATHLETE ALERTRegister for the Boston Marathon’s AT&T Athlete Alert program by texting your runner’s bib number to 345678. On race day, after you sign up, you will receive four text alerts as your runner reaches the 10K, 13.1-mile, 30K, and the Finish Line!* You will receive up to 6 texts per bib number. Message & data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel. Text HELP for help. Available on participating carriers only. Privacy Policy at: www.att.com/privacy.

RACE DAY MEDIA COVERAGE.Live local coverage on WBZ-TV.Live national coverage on Universal Sports Television Network.Live web coverage on www.baa.org

BOSTON MARATHON APPARELOfficial Boston Marathon apparel will be on sale at the John Hancock Sports & Fitness Expo, a kiosk on Copley Square Park, and at the Family Meeting Area near Copley Square after the race. For more informa-tion and for a selection of available products, check out the shop page at the top of www.baa.org.

B.A.A. 5K & INVITATIONAL MILENew for 2014, the B.A.A. 5K will start and finish at historic Boston Common. The urban course will take 10,000 partici-pants past many Boston landmarks, including the Boston Marathon finish line. Following the 5K, on Boylston Street at Copley Square Park, some of the world’s fastest runners will compete in the B.A.A. Invitational Mile. Also, middle school and scholastic runners from the eight cities and towns along the Marathon route will participate in 1,000 meter and one mile races, respectively.

BOSTON MARATHON WORLD RUNNew for 2014, the B.A.A. created and launched the Boston Marathon World Run, a mobile application and website that connects runners from around the world to the 2014 Boston Marathon. This virtual experience allows anyone, regardless of ability or geography, to run or wheel a distance of their choosing and participate in the athletic spirit of the Boston Marathon. The app, created in partnership with John Hancock Financial Services and Manulife Financial, integrates with social media networks to create a virtual running community. Users receive digital training and finisher badges, as well as a downloadable bib number and finisher certificate. While there is no registration fee, participants are encouraged to donate to the One Fund Boston. To join the Boston Marathon World Run, visit www.bostonmarathonworldrun.org or search “Boston Marathon World Run” in the Apple or Android app store.

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administRative office

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FINISH AREARace Day LayoutApril 21, 2014