Twin Lobster Half Marathon
The Twin Lobster Half Marathon offers coastal New England charm and ocean views on a fast, certified course.
Race Date
Jun 7, 2026
Location
Gloucester, MA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, June 7, 2026
- Location
- Gloucester, Massachusetts
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 5,382
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
Gloucester, Massachusetts, a city steeped in maritime history, hosts the Twin Lobster Half Marathon, a race that captures the essence of coastal New England. Runners trace the spectacular backshore, taking in beautiful ocean vistas and passing iconic landmarks like the Fisherman's Memorial Statue.
This USATF-certified course is designed for speed, boasting a net drop and minimal start/finish separation, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. With a median field size of around 1,200 finishers and a growing trend, the event draws participants from approximately 31 states, highlighting its appeal as a destination race.
While the repeat-runner rate is modest at about 7%, the race's charm lies in its scenic beauty and the opportunity to experience Gloucester's unique atmosphere. The typical race-day weather, ranging from 58–72°F, adds to the pleasant running conditions, culminating in a rewarding finish.
Race-provided description
Enjoy beautiful ocean views along the coastline and run past the historic Fisherman's Memorial Statue. Run a scenic half marathon as you race along the spectacular back shore!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
Race Shirt
Start Location
Gloucester High School, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.3%
USATF Certified Course
MA19003BK
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Standout7111 years running
~1,228 finishers a year
growing or steady
7% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources
runners from 31 states
winner 1:20:51
typical high 72°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
72°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.2"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 5,382 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
5,382
Median time
2:05:39
Latest turnout
870
States
43
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Twin Lobster Half Marathon?
The Twin Lobster Half Marathon is held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Twin Lobster Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
What distances does the Twin Lobster Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the Twin Lobster Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Twin Lobster Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Twin Lobster Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 5,382 runners who have completed the Twin Lobster Half Marathon.
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