Boston Marathon: TV channel, streaming and how to watch the 2025 race
The 129th Boston Marathon, one of the oldest annual marathons in the world, will take place on Patriots Day in the streets of Boston. This event, deeply embedded in the city's culture, has become a symbol of resilience and unity.
The Boston Marathon, held annually on the third Monday in April, is one of the six major marathons in the world, attracting both professional and recreational runners. The Marathon also includes para-athletic divisions and a wheelchair division, where athletes compete using racing wheelchairs in both track and road racing events.
The course begins at Hopkinton State Park and winds through the city, covering a total distance of 26.2 miles before finishing at the iconic line on Boylston Street.
Here is how to watch the 2025 Boston Marathon on Monday, April 21.
How to watch the 2025 Boston Marathon
WCVB Channel 5 will provide local coverage for the 2025 Boston Marathon starting at 4 a.m. ET. The marathon will be televised nationally on ESPN2, with coverage beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at 12:30 p.m. ET.
- Date: Monday, April 21
- Time: 9 a.m. ET
- TV: ESPN2, WCVB
- Stream: WCVB.com, WCVB app
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts