IPA 5K & Half Marathon
Newburyport's IPA 5K & Half Marathon offers a beer-centric celebration with a scenic coastal New England course.
Race Date
Jul 19, 2026
Location
Newburyport, MA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Location
- Newburyport, Massachusetts
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 818
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The IPA 5K & Half Marathon in Newburyport, Massachusetts, offers a unique celebration of craft beer and running. Starting and finishing at the RiverWalk Brewery, this event invites participants to toast their finish with a cold IPA in the taproom.
Runners can expect a course that winds through the charming coastal New England town. While specific elevation details are minimal, the course is generally flat, making it a potential spot for personal bests. The event, which has seen around 734 finishers in recent editions, draws participants from approximately 28 states, highlighting its appeal as a destination race.
With its brewery finish and the opportunity to explore Newburyport's attractions, the IPA 5K & Half Marathon provides a festive atmosphere for runners and their supporters. The event is noted for its ~799 finishers and a modest repeat-runner rate of about 3%, suggesting a steady stream of new participants each year.
Race-provided description
Join us in beautiful Newburyport, Massachusetts for the 5K and Half Marathon that celebrate the rockstar of craft beer, India Pale Ale. Both races will start and finish at the RiverWalk Brewery, so you can enjoy a cold beer in the taproom after you finish. Once you're done, you can spend the day enjoying everything greater Newburyport has to offer. YuKan is celebrating our 15th Anniversary in 2026! Register for the 3Peat Challenge and Save 15% on all three races!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
RiverWalk Brewing Co., Newburyport, MA, 01950
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal, Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
2 years running
~799 finishers a year
shrinking
3% returning runners
5 timing sources
runners from 28 states
winner 1:26:36
typical high 82°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
68°
Afternoon (High)
82°
Hot conditions — adjust pace expectations, prioritize hydration
0.1"
Precipitation
11 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 818 finishers actually crossed the line across 2 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
818
Median time
2:11:13
Latest turnout
381
States
31
Turnout by year
2024–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the IPA 5K & Half Marathon?
The IPA 5K & Half Marathon is held on Sunday, July 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the IPA 5K & Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Newburyport, Massachusetts.
What distances does the IPA 5K & Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K.
Is the IPA 5K & Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The IPA 5K & Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the IPA 5K & Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 818 runners who have completed the IPA 5K & Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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