Families are invited to experience a weekend of excitement, fitness, and fun at The Boston Run Show and The Boston Outdoor Expo 2025, taking place from March 1-2, 2025 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. This year, the two events will combine to offer a weekend packed with thrilling activities, workshops, and interactive experiences designed to engage adventurers and runners of all ages.
To make these collocated events accessible to everyone, it’s also an affordable day out for families:
- Kids under 16 go free—making it an easy choice for a family outing.
- Adult tickets are free if booked end of January, providing even more incentive to secure your spot early and kick off 2025 with adventure and savings!
Family-Friendly Highlights Include:
- Kids Get Active Zone – Sponsored by Running Peas: Designed to ignite a passion for running and movement, this interactive space offers a variety of fun activities for kids of all ages. Kids can run, jump, and play through obstacle courses and fitness games that challenge their skills while keeping them engaged and active.
- Climbing Wall Adventure: Visitors of all ages can test their strength and courage by scaling the climbing wall in a safe, supportive environment—an exciting challenge for budding climbers.
- Bushcraft Skills Workshops delivered by Tim Swanson: In these hands-on workshops, families can learn essential survival skills, from creating rope and knots to fire-starting, making outdoor learning fun and practical.
- Women’s Outdoor Skills Workshops delivered by Jessie Krebs & O.W.L.S. Skills: Tailored to empower women of all skill levels, these workshops offer practical outdoor knowledge in a welcoming environment, helping participants build confidence in their outdoor adventures. Jessie Krebs will deliver sessions on using a ferro rod, and compass’, teach the five needs for survival, and knot craft.
- Zen Zone for Yoga by Adina Crawford and Sarah from Holistic Roots Coaching: Relax, stretch, and breathe in the Zen Zone with yoga sessions suitable for all abilities. Families can unwind together, whether they’re seasoned yogis or trying it for the first time.
- Paddle Board Simulator provided by SUP Yo Boston: There is chance to try something new at every turn. Families can experience the thrill of paddle boarding indoors with this high-tech simulator, perfect for kids and adults to practice their balance and core strength in a fun, safe setting.
- Trail Running Workshops delivered by Trail Animals Running Club: Expert speakers and local runners will host intimate interactive sessions to give tips, advice about the best places to trail run in New England. How to start trail running, improve techniques and enjoy the sport.
- Swag & Interactive Challenges: Engage young adventurers by collecting swag, stickers and find fun challenges and attractions. Complete the trail, collect stickers, and earn cool prizes!
Gear Up for Adventure
The expo isn’t just about fun and fitness—it’s also the perfect place to gear up for Spring and Summer 2025. Visit over 200 brands where families and outdoor enthusiasts can browse and shop a wide range of:
- Outdoor adventure gear
- Cutting-edge tech
- Apparel and footwear
- Nutrition products
- Accessories designed to enhance any outdoor adventure
With expert vendors offering everything from trail running shoes to camping gear, visitors will find everything they need to fuel their next adventure.
Join the Adventure
Tickets are available now at either www.thebostonrunshow.com or www.thebostonoutdoorexpo.com. If you’re a business wanting to exhibit or sponsor either events, you can contact the team via [email protected]
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