Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle
| Dates: | Sunday, May 17, 2026 - Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| Hours: | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Ages: | Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Outdoor |
| Cost: | $ see below |
| Category: | Races/Walks |
You can run, walk, and/or paddle—or volunteer to make this event a success!
No matter how you participate it will help the Mystic.
This event runs every May to celebrate the return of the river herring.
You won’t want to miss it!
WHEN: Sunday, May 17th, 2026, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
9:00 AM 5K run/walk starts
11:00 AM 12 mile paddling race starts
11:15 AM 9 mile paddling race
11:30 AM 3 mile paddling race starts
Need a boat? Paddle Boston will deliver the boat or board to the race for you.
COST: For pre-registration the cost is $30 for run or paddle events or $50 for both if you register online.
Pre-registration ends at 11:59pm on May 12th, 2026.
Compete in both the running race and paddling race to be eligible for the Iron Herring Award!
| COST | ↑ top |
$30 for run or paddle events or $50 for both
| WEBSITE | ↑ top |
mysticriver.org/herring-run-paddle
| LOCATION | ↑ top |
32 Shore Drive, Somerville, MA, 02145 map
Phone: 6178656580
Blessing of the Bay Boathouse
32 Shore Dr. Somerville, MA, 02145
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