Boston.com 2nd Annual Running with the Bridesmaids

Always
the bridesmaid? Still have a closet full of taffeta, tulle, and tutus? It is

time to put these unique dresses to good use, this time for a good

cause. On Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013, more than 1000 people are expected to dress
up in their slightly-used bridesmaids dress or distinctive wedding finery and
come together for a one-mile fun run around the Boston Common to benefit the Big Sister Association of Greater
Boston.

The Boston.com Running with the Bridesmaids event is presented by Walgreens and produced in conjunction with the Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID). 

All
are welcome to participate, whether they have the appropriate attire or not.
However, prizes will be given out for the best of the worst dressed bridal
party and the best of the worst dressed individual. Prizes include a weekend
getaway at Mohegan Sun, an overnight stay for two at the Boston Harbor Hotel
along with dinner at Strega Waterfront, a rest & recreation package at the
Omni Mount Washington Resort and finally, a day of beauty at Fascino Salon and
Spa.   

The fun run will begin and end at the Pedestrian Zone in Downtown Crossing, located at the intersection of Winter and Summer Streets. As runners circle around Boston Common, they will encounter a host of wedding-like activities. Once they have crossed the finish line, participants will be encourage to keep the party going at the post-race reception at Petite Robert Central Bistro at 101 Arch Street, Boston.  

Registration for the run is $25. To register in advance,

visit www.boston.com/bridesmaids. All proceeds will benefit the

Big Sister Association of Greater Boston. Day-of registration will take place

at Walgreens in Downtown Crossing, located at the corner of Summer and School Streets.

For
more information, visit www.boston.com/bridesmaids