This page is only for signing up to volunteer. Please navigate to the volunteer section to view the various shifts available. Please find all other race info on our event page: CR Half . CR Half is made possible each year thanks to the help of our wonderful volunteers. We greatly appreciate your support! As a volunteer, you'll assist with number pickup, venue setup, registration, bag check, water stops, marshaling, medals/awards, and cleanup. The Race: A Half Marathon and Team Relay on a fast, flat 2.6 mile loop around the scenic Charles River. Starting and finishing at the Marsh Post, and held on the same course as our popular Boston 5K Summer Series and Charles River Marathon.
Hotels Near This Race
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CR Half: Volunteer Registration 2026 — Cambridge, MA
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for May 17.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cambridge, MA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
