Boston Marathon Will Be Special For Australian Runners Celebrating 50th Wedding Anniversary: "How Good Can It Get?"

CBS Boston

April 17, 2026 / 8:49 AM EDT

The Boston Marathon is just days away and runners from around the world are descending on the city to get ready for the race, including a couple from Australia celebrating a milestone.

The festivities kick off Friday morning when the elite athletes meet with the media just as the Marathon Expo opens at the Hynes Convention Center for the weekend.

Runners will get their official numbers at the expo and then spend some time meeting with vendors selling the latest shoes, food, and equipment.

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