Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race
- Date
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- 99 Thatcher Road, Gloucester, MA
- Distance
- 5K · Half Marathon
From the Organizer
Celebrate the holidays in sneakers!
Bring the holiday cheer and run with the reindeer, elves and all the holiday friends! Enjoy beautiful ocean views as you run along the scenic coastline! Plus, you’ll enjoy special holiday treats at the finish line celebration!
Kids 5K race entry only $10.00! (ages 10-12)
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Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
45°
Typical Low
26°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beverly, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gloucester, MA
Population
29,862
as of 2023
Elevation
45 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 25 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race
- Date
- December 6, 2026
- Location
- 99 Thatcher Road, Gloucester, MA
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race?
- Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race is a running race held in Gloucester, Massachusetts on December 6, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race?
- Sunday, December 6, 2026 in Gloucester, Massachusetts at 99 Thatcher Road, Gloucester, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race
Dec 6, 2026