Harborside Half Marathon & 5K
Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States
Nov 8, 2026 - Sunday
5k, Half-marathon
Race Information
The Harborside Half Marathon & 5K offers runners a beautiful lollipop loop course with scenic views of rural fields, salt marshes, and nature preserves! The race starts at Mark Richey Woodworking in Newburyport (40 Parker Street) with the first mile on flat, wide, and easy roads through the park before heading out onto some of the prettiest roads in the area.
Get ready for more than just a scenic run! Your race day ends with an epic after-party at Cashman Park in downtown Newburyport! Soak in panoramic views of the Merrimack River, enjoy the beats from a live DJ, dig into delicious Pomodori pizza, and refuel with a spread of post-race snacks. Kick back in our festive beer garden, where runners 21+ get a complimentary craft beer with additional beer available for purchase for you and your friends and family. All of this is included with your registration!
The half marathon course is USATF certified.
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✅ Flat, flexible loop course perfect for all paces
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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