Charlestown Boys & Girls Club's Battle of Bunker Hill 5K Road Race
Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 6:30 AM EDT
- Distance
- 5K
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run a challenging, historic 5K through Charlestown's scenic streets, supporting the Boys & Girls Club and competing for a coveted team title.
- Scenic
- Competitive
- For a Cause
Scenic
Competitive
For a CauseJoin one of the Northeast's oldest road races, the Battle of Bunker Hill 5K, to support the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club and its members. This challenging 5K course winds through historic Charlestown, offering scenic views and passing iconic landmarks like the Bunker Hill Monument and Freedom Trail. Experience a unique blend of history, community support, and a spirited team challenge on a memorable route.
What to expect
Expect a challenging, paved 5K course with rolling hills. Run past significant historical sites like the Bunker Hill Monument. Participate in the exciting John McGee Team Challenge for a coveted title.
Standout details
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Steady crowd
970 5K finishers in 2024. Large enough to feel social, without necessarily feeling packed.
Typical finish
30:57
Think middle-of-the-pack, using chip time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 21:50.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 47% women and 52% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 5K in 2024, this looks like a steady crowd: 970 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 30:57. The quicker front of the field averaged about 21:50. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Charlestown, MA
Close-to-home draw
Boston, MA
Travel draw
Cambridge, MA
Travel draw
Medford, MA
Travel draw
Tewksbury, MA
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Female Open
Top 2 (from posted divisions)
Male Open
Top 2 (from posted divisions)
Female 1 - 18
Top 1 (from posted divisions)
Female 40 - 49
Top 1 (from posted divisions)
Female 50 - 59
Top 1 (from posted divisions)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | 2024 | 970 | 30:57 | 31:37 | 21:50 | 16:51 / 19:11 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Help support the Charlestown Boys & Girls Club and our Members by participating in one of the oldest Road Races in the Northeast. This 5k Historic Course is a very scenic and challenging route through the hills and streets of Charlestown passing historical sites such as the Charlestown Training Field, St. Mary’s Church, the Freedom Trail and the Bunker Hill Monument. The start and finish line of the race is at the Club’s 60 High Street Building.
We will once again have our exciting 'John McGee Team Challenge'. Take the home the coveted title named in memory of our longtime friend, board member and restaurateur.
Please be aware that the race will SELL OUT. Shirts available for all 1,000 registered participants.
BIB/SHIRT Pick Up will be on Friday, June 12th from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM and the morning of the race starting at 9:00 AM at the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club (High St. Building)
Hope to see you all on Race Day!
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