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So, just what is this whole thing anyways? The MassAveAThon didn't start out as your average pubcrawl.  But that's all better explained on our history page.
How much is admission? Nuthin'.  This isn't a structured event--just a big sloppy mob wandering Mass Ave and the surrounding streets--so you don't pay admission.
Do I have to sign up for anything? Nope.  We do have a mailing list, but it's up to you whether or not you want to join.  We only send out a few broadcast emails each year, so you won't have to worry about your spam folder filling up.  Just be sure and add us to your "safe senders" list.
So then what does it cost me to come along? That depends on you.  You pay for your drinks.  If you're generous, you buy some rounds for your friends.  If you're smart, you get 'em to buy them for you.
Shipping labels - where do I get one and what is it for? Shipping Labels are for you to fill out so that fellow MassAveAThoners know where to send you when you turn into luggage.  In past years we brought lots of 'em.  Now, ehh, not so much.  If there's a MISSION CONTROL center at the Hong Kong this year, check with us to see if we brought copies.  Next year, bring your own, ya lazy cheapskate.  You can download the format here at our downloads page.
Do we go in all pubs? If there are a lot of us, then we do not fit in all pubs.  If there are fewer of us, there will be more places we can fit into.  Is that clear enough?  We thought not.  Just come along...you'll pick up on how it works pretty quickly.
Do I have to pay cover charges? Yes and no.  Because this isn't a structured event, we don't have any arrangements with the individual proprietors.  MISSION CONTROL contacts most of the locations weeks in advance to let them know we're coming.  It's up to them to decide whether or not to charge us.  Most years, MISSION CONTROL staff will be ahead of the larger groups, and will make arrangements with some of the bouncers to allow us in, but don't count on it.  Either way, be sure and show them your MassAveAThon Shipping Label, and maybe they'll let you off the hook.
How long do we stay in each place? Well, how thirsty are you?  It's open-ended.  Remember, P-A-C-E yourself, especially if you want to have any chance of making it to Kenmore Square.  By the time you've hit a few stops, you'll realize that everyone has spilt up into their own little groups, and that anything resembling a pace car has long since disappeared.  Just remember, there's nothing that says you must drink at each location.
What level of good sportsmanship should I exhibit? Fighting = automatic 5 year suspension.  We have a great record and rep as a group.  That's what gets us into these places year after year, so don't be a boob and spoil it for everyone.  Remember, you are HAVING FUN with people, not COMPETING against them.  This is a good chance to make some friends.
*** A note from MISSION CONTROL ***
During the 2008 MassAveAThon, it became obvious that some in attendance were unclear about whether or not a certain acivity fell under the umbrella of "good sportsmanship".  Please note that, unfortunately, 5 of you jackaloons pushing a 6th along the Mass Ave sidewalk in a shopping cart at jogging speed, in front of Phoenix Landing and The Middle East, while shouting "yeah, MassAveAThon, yeah", and wearing a sticker with our URL in plain sight, directly in front of 4 Cambridge Police Officers, and a cruiser with its blue lights flashing produced a rather unfavorable situation for MISSION CONTROL.  Thus, it will not be permitted this year.  We regret any inconvenience that not specifying this previously may have caused.
Should littering be considered a generally good idea? Don't shit where you eat, okay?  It doesn't smell or look good, especially our own participant guide.  If you'd like this thing to happen next year, then do your part to keep the name and logo from blowin' around the streets.
How well should one expect a fake ID to work out? Quite poorly, we're afraid.  Do the city and everyone in it a big favor: leave fake ID's and any of your dumb, under-21 friends somewhere outside of Middlesex County altogether.  Don't bring anyone that you even think might have one.  Seriously.  Your evening will end on a sour note.  We promise that much.
What's more important than safety? Nothing, you boob.  Remember: nobody is keeping score on volume consumption.  Think distance, not speed.  This is a "-Thon", not a "-Dash".  Be sure and plan a safe ride home.  See our planning page.