Gay Head Run for the Light 10K is a running race on October 4, 2026 in Aquinnah, MA, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
Run with us in our thirteenth year! Join us under the beam of the beloved Gay Head Lighthouse to Run for the Light, on Sunday, October 4th.
As always, your registration fee will help support continued restoration and maintenance of the historic Gay Head Lighthouse in beautiful Aquinnah, Massachusetts.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
67°
Typical Low
47°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Vineyard Haven Ap, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
EWB
New Bedford Regional Airport · 25 mi
Major Hub
PVD
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Gay Head Run for the Light 10K
Oct 4, 2026