The Tanglewood Relay Run is a 24-hour relay run from Symphony Hall in Boston, MA to Tanglewood in Lenox, MA. This year the relay will depart from Symphony Hall on June 30, 2017 at 10AM.

Runners on teams take turns running the relay over the 24-hour period. Teams are made up of minimum of 10 runners and a maximum of 14 runners, of which each runner runs up to 3 legs each of the relay. The purpose of the relay is twofold, to announce the beginning of the Tanglewood season, as well as to raise money to support education and youth activities held- and organized-by the BSO. Help support the Tanglewood Relay Run by making a contribution on behalf of one the runners or one of the teams participating in this fundraiser.

More information can be found on the Tanglewood website at www.tanglewood.org/relayrun

What is the start time?

Runners will begin to leave from Symphony Hall in Boston on June 30 at 10AM. We will end on Saturday mid-morning. You will receive start time info a week prior to the event based on your approximate overall finish time. Teams are made up of minimum of 10 runners and a maximum of 14 runners, of which each runner runs up to 3 legs each of the relay.

How do I get my runner numbers or race timing chips?

All runner numbers will be distributed to the team captain either in advance or on the morning of the race. The team caption will be responsible for the distribution. You will not need a race timing chip for the Tanglewood Relay. The entire relay team will be given a cumulative time upon finishing.

Will the course be marked?

The route will not be marked. Maps are provided for each leg of the race on our Tanglewood Relay Run Maps page. Remember some of the course will be run in the dark and may be difficult to see. All teams are required to have course maps printed out and available in the team vehicle. This is a self captained, team navigated, self managed, unmarshaled event.

Can I volunteer for the Tanglewood Relay?

Yes! We need volunteers throughout all 150 miles of the course. Please email tanglewoodrelay@bso.org if you are interested.

Is there water on the course?

Water will not be supplied, we urge all teams to carry with them whatever rehydration fluids they would like in the team vehicles. This is a self captained, team navigated, self managed, unmarshaled event.

Will there be food and drinks at the finish line?

Absolutely! We want everyone to enjoy the relay and celebrate at the finish line which will be located on the Tanglewood grounds.