Breakthrough T1D Walk
When:
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 9:00a -
12:30p
Saturday, Sep 26, 2026 9:00a -
12:30p
Where:
DCR Hatch Shell
47 David G Mugar Way
Boston, MA 02108
Admission:
FREE
Hosted by:
Categories:
Food, Good for Groups, Pet Friendly, Social Good
Event website:
https://www2.breakthrought1d.org/site/TR?fr_id=10733&pg=informational&type=fr_informational&sid=2452
About the Walk
Thank you for joining the Breakthrough T1D Walk, Boston, MA and fueling breakthroughs for the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community!
Event Day Details
Date:
September 26, 2026
Time:
9:00 am
Location:
DCR Hatch Shell
47 David G Mugar Way Boston, MA 02108
Walk Route Length:
5k
Event Coordinator:
Jess Rogers
Email | (781) 691-0622
Mailing Address:
Greater New England
Centralized Mailing Address
PO Box 5009
Hagerstown, MD 21741-5009
EVENT DAY SCHEDULE
9 a.m. | Site Opens - Visit vendors, entertainment, and meet other families
10 a.m. | Welcome Remarks
10:15 a.m. | Walk Starts
11:30 a.m. | Light Refreshments Served and Entertainment
The Walk will take place rain or shine.
WELCOME TENT
First time walking or need to register on Walk day? Please stop by the Welcome Tent. Our team will answer questions, ensure waivers are complete, and help you make the most of the Walk.
WALK ROUTE
Our Walk Route will follow the Boston side of the Charles River Esplanade and we will be offering a shorter Family-Friendly route option as well. Remember to follow the Breakthrough T1D signs. Volunteers will also be in place to help you navigate.
Flag Ceremony
Grab a flag that represents your T1D connection– whether you live with type 1 diabetes, love someone who does, or walk for T1D breakthroughs. During the opening ceremony, we’ll wave our flags together in a powerful moment of unity that shows the strength of our community.
FOOD, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Arrive early to connect with your team, connect with the T1D community, explore activities, and visit vendors. If you’re living with T1D, pick up your T1D identifier at the Welcome Tent to proudly show you’re a champion!
The Breakthrough T1D Walk sites are cutting down on single-use plastic bottles. Water refill stations will be located along the route and in the food tent, so please consider bringing your own reusable bottle.
While we provide as many refreshments as possible, please understand that we have a limited quantity of food and beverages available, and we are not able to meet all dietary needs. In order for you to fully enjoy the activities of the day, we ask that you please come prepared with your own water bottles and snacks for low blood sugar treatment.
The Activities Tent will be up and running with various activities. Take a photo at our step and repeat and then post it on your favorite social media site using #GNEWalks #Boston.
Don’t forget to bring Rufus or your favorite stuffed animal to visit our Rufus Clinic!
If you would like to be considered for our t-shirt contest, please bring an extra Team t-shirt to Walk Day. We will be hanging all submissions and having live voting. The winner will be announced following the Walk.
Visit our Resource Row to learn more about Breakthrough T1D, our research efforts, and how you can become involved locally. You can visit with our sponsors and community partners here as well.
Directions and Parking Information
There is no parking available at the DCR Hatch Shell. Should you choose to drive, please be prepared to park at one of the suggested nearby parking garages. We strongly encourage all Walkers to use public transportation on Walk Day. Uber or other ride sharing apps cannot enter the Hatch Shell but can pick up/drop off in the designated lane on Storrow Drive.
By Train:
- Take the Red line to the Charles/MGH station: Walk over the footbridge to Storrow drive and proceed to the DCR Hatch Shell.
- Take the Green line to the Arlington station: Take a left onto Arlington Street, a left onto Beacon Street, turn right onto David E. Mugar Way, and cross over Storrow Drive using the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge.
By Car:
- Boston Common Garage: Located underneath the Boston Common, the entrance is located on Charles Street directly across from the Public Garden. To walk to the DCR Hatch Shell from the garage, turn right onto Charles Street, turn left onto Beacon Street, turn right onto David E. Mugar Way, and cross over Storrow Drive using the Arthur Fiedler Footbridge. More information: http://bostoncommongarage.com.
- LAZ Storrow Drive Lot and Charles Street Lot: Head north on Charles Street toward Putnam Avenue. Turn left toward the Frances Appleton Pedestrian Bridge. Turn right to cross over the Longfellow Bridge onto the Frances Appleton Bridge. Follow along the Charles River Esplanade to the DCR Hatch Shell. More information: https://www.lazparking.com/local/boston-ma/charles-street-garage.
VOLUNTEER INFORMATION
Volunteers are such an important part of our Breakthrough T1D Walk, and we want you to join us! Individuals and groups are welcome, and all volunteers receive an exclusive Walk shirt.
How to Register:
- Click "Register" on this event page. On the registration page, choose "Volunteer". You can also set up a personal fundraising page for an opportunity to earn fundraising incentives.
- After registering, local staff will follow up with role and shift details.
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