# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Road and paddle races to raise awareness of the river herring returning to the river to spawn, promote stewardship and provide access to allAbout this EventJoin the Mystic River Watershed Association on Sunday, May 17th for the 30th Annual MYSTIC RIVER HERRING RUN AND PADDLE! 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 PM9:00 AM 5K run/walk starts 11:00 AM 12 mile paddling race starts 11:15 AM 9 mile paddling race11:30 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!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/somerville/mystic-river-herring-run-and-paddle/100001986955165387
- **Event Categories**: Sports, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Somerville
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Blessing of the Bay Boathouse
- **lat**: 42.3980725
- **long**: -71.08995140000002
- **full address**: Blessing of the Bay Boathouse, 32 Shore Dr, Somerville, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle being held?
  - **A:** Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle takes place on Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Blessing of the Bay Boathouse, 32 Shore Dr, Somerville, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle?
  - **A:** Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle is organized by Mystic River Watershed Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Somerville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Mystic River Herring Run and Paddle sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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