New England Half Marathon
The New England Half Marathon offers a fast, certified course with a strong community feel.
Race Date
Oct 18, 2026
Location
Concord, NH
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Location
- Concord, New Hampshire
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 10,368
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The New England Half Marathon, first run in 2013 and now in its 13th year, has become a staple for runners seeking a fast, certified course. Attracting approximately 800 finishers on average, with recent fields growing to over 900, the event draws participants from around 23 states, highlighting its regional appeal.
This race is known for its flat profile, with minimal elevation gain and loss, making it a prime candidate for personal bests. The course is USATF certified, and its design, featuring a significant separation between start and finish, contributes to its reputation as a PR-friendly event. The typical winning time of around 71 minutes further underscores its speed.
With a repeat-runner rate of about 27%, the New England Half Marathon fosters a loyal following. The event typically takes place in late October, with average race-day temperatures ranging from 43-61°F, creating favorable conditions for a strong performance. It's a well-established race that combines competitive potential with a welcoming atmosphere.
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
+7.30 m
Separation
59.4%
USATF Certified Course
NH20004BK · New England Half Marathon 2020
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common. Point-to-point course layout.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8612 years running
~800 finishers a year
growing or steady
27% returning runners
USATF certified
runners from 23 states
winner 1:11:10
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
43°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 10,368 finishers actually crossed the line across 12 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
10,368
Median time
2:04:35
Latest turnout
933
States
44
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the New England Half Marathon?
The New England Half Marathon is held on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Where does the New England Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Concord, New Hampshire.
What distances does the New England Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the New England Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The New England Half Marathon 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 New England Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 10,368 runners who have completed the New England Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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