Harborside Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- November 8, 2026
- Distance
- Half Marathon · Virtual Half Marathon · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Anchors away, New England! The 12th Annual Harborside Half Marathon & 5K returns to Newburyport, MA on November 8, 2026 for another race past iconic New England waterscapes. Join thousands of runners through the picturesque fall scenery on the half marathon or 5K courses. Soak in the crisp autumn air all the way to the finish line, where a post-race party featuring pizza, snacks, and complimentary craft beer (21+) will be waiting for you.
This event sold out six weeks early last year, so don’t miss your chance to join the fun in 2026. Register today!
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
53°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Groveland, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newburyport, MA
Population
18,444
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
PSM
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease · 19 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 32 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 Harborside Half Marathon & 5K, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
153
Days to train
- Race
- Harborside Half Marathon & 5K
- Date
- November 8, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K?
- Harborside Half Marathon & 5K is a running race held in Newburyport, Massachusetts on November 8, 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 Harborside Half Marathon & 5K?
- Sunday, November 8, 2026 in Newburyport, Massachusetts at 40 Parker Street, Newburyport, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Harborside Half Marathon & 5K
Nov 8, 2026