The Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race

The 28th Run of the Charles Canoe and Kayak Race will take place on Sunday, April 25, 2010. 

Please join us as a paddler, volunteer or spectator at the 2010 Run of the Charles!

New England's largest canoe and kayak race includes 6, 9, and 19 mile races, a 24-mile, five-leg canoe relay race, and a 26-mile professional marathon.

Register now

Registration has begun for this year's Run of the Charles! Registrations are accepted up until race day. Late fees will be charged after 4/9, and additional late fees will be charged for registrations after 4/16.

Download the registration form for the 24-mile relay race.

Download the registration form for the professional, 6-, 9-, and 19-mile races.

You can also register online with active.com. (Please note that service fees are assessed for online registration.)

Read the official Run of the Charles race rules and terms (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).
• Click here to view an interactive Google™ map of the route.

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

Volunteers Needed

The 28th Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race relies on volunteers to help run the race at sites along the Charles River. 

Interested in volunteering? Click here to download our volunteer sign-up form (Word doc).

2010 Run of the Charles Sponsors

Many thanks to this year's race sponsors!

Gold Sponsors:
Bronze Sponsors:
Supporting Sponsors:

Sponsorship Opportunities

The 28th Run of the Charles Canoe & Kayak Race is currently seeking sponsors for this year’s race.  Your sponsorship can provide you with significant exposure to CRWA members, racers, and others.  Most levels of sponsorships include an entry in the 24-mile relay race, a great team building opportunity. 

Click here to download our sponsorship proposal (PDF), or call Meg or Sally at 508-698-6810 or email rotc@crwa.org for more information.

Vendors Welcome

We are currently seeking vendors to exhibit at our Finish Line Festival at DCR’s Artesani Park in Brighton (off Soldier's Field Road).  Over the course of the day approximately 3000 paddlers and spectators pass through the park.  If your company is interested in becoming a vendor, click here to download our vendor contract (Word doc), call Meg or Sally at 508-698-6810 or email rotc@crwa.org.

Picnic space at the Finish Line Festival

Planning on having a gathering, picnic or BBQ at the Finish Line Festival in DCR’s Artesani Park?  Space is limited, so reserve your space today! Click here to download our reservation form (Word doc). 

2009 Run of the Charles Information

Results from 2009

Results from the 2009 race are now available! Click here for results.

Photos from 2009

View an album of photos by paddlers and spectators (will open in new browser window)

Click here to view and purchase photos of this year's race, courtesy Christine Keene Photography.

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2009 Sponsors

Many thanks to the generous sponsors of last year's race.

Relay Sponsor:	Bronze Sponsors:
Supporting Sponsors:
Contributing sponsors:

For more information on any aspect of the race, please contact Meg or Sally at 508-698-6810 or email rotc@crwa.org.