Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay
The Newburyport Half Marathon offers a flat, scenic course through a historic New England city.
Race Date
Oct 25, 2026
Location
Newburyport, MA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Location
- Newburyport, Massachusetts
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 20,632
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Newburyport Half Marathon, first run in 2011 and now in its 15th year, has become a beloved fixture for runners seeking a fast course with historic charm. Typically drawing around 1,100 finishers, this USATF-certified race has seen steady growth, attracting participants from approximately 21 states.
The course is celebrated for its flatness, making it a prime location for personal bests. Runners wind through the picturesque streets of Newburyport, a historic New England city, offering a scenic backdrop to the competition. The net drop and minimal start/finish elevation separation contribute to its reputation as a fast, well-executed event.
With typical race-day temperatures in the cool 50s and a strong field competitiveness, Newburyport provides an excellent racing experience. While the repeat-runner rate is around 14%, the event's consistent quality and appealing course continue to draw new participants each year.
Race-provided description
Join the flat, scenic Newburyport Half Marathon | Relay & 5k at Cashman Park, MA. Part of the USATF‑NE Grand Prix. Register now for Oct 26, 2025.
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Urban
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
-0.03 m
Separation
0.7%
USATF Certified Course
MA25016JK · Newburyport Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8414 years running
~1,102 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
USATF certified
runners from 21 states
winner 1:05:26
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 20,632 finishers actually crossed the line across 14 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
20,632
Median time
1:57:04
Latest turnout
1,387
States
39
Turnout by year
2017–2025
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Frequently asked
When is the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay?
The Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay is held on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Where does the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay take place?
It takes place in Newburyport, Massachusetts.
What distances does the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay course flat and good for a PR?
The Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay is a ultra-flat, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay?
HalfRuns has finish records for 20,632 runners who have completed the Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay.
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