Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races
- Date
- June 20, 2026
- Distance
- 1-Mile Fun Run · 10K · 5K & more
From the Organizer
Get ready to lace up those running shoes because it's time for the annual MFoA 5k, 10k, and 1-mile fun run!
When you register for our MFoA races, your fee doesn't just cover the run, it also supports the fundraising efforts of the festival and arts scholarships in our community!
Join us on Saturday, June 20th, at 7:30 am sharp for the 1-mile fun run, 7:45 for the 10k start and 08:05 for the 5k. We kick off the excitement for the 5k and 10k just past the Post Office on Smith St. 5k runners will dash down Atlantic Avenue to Seaview, then make a right onto Humphrey Street, ending at our finish line at Marblehead High School. As for our 10k challengers, you'll start at the Post Office too, but hang a left on Atlantic, take a scenic loop around the Neck, and finish strong at the High School. The 1-mile loop starts at the post office and loops onto Atlantic, the rail-trail, and around the high school.
Can't make it in person? Sign up for one of our virtual races!
The 1st and 2nd place finishers in each age division for the 5k and 10k receive awards, as will all runners 10 and under who complete the 1-mile fun run. Runners registered by June 1 will receive a performance-wicking race t-shirt. We will have the Festival of Arts logo store on-site this year with festival shirts, gear and glassware available for purchase.
So, grab your most artsy running gear, mark your calendars, and let's hit the pavement together!
Here's the scoop on registration fees:
Early Bird (before May 17th):
$15 for the 1-mile
$35 for the 5k
$40 for the 10k
Regular Registration (after June 6th):
$20 for the 1-mile
$40 for the 5k
$45 for the 10k
Day of the Race:
$25 for the 1-mile
$45 for the 5k
$50 for the 10k
Younger runners under 10 run for free!
Psst... Pick up your bib early! Marathon Sports is graciously hosting our race team Friday, June 19, from 4-7.
Psst, Psst: Interested in becoming a sponsor or donating prizes for our winners? Please reach out to our race chairs. We have many levels of sponsorship and would love to have you join us!
Get pumped, get registered, and get ready to run your artsy hearts out!
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
76°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marblehead.
Host City
About Marblehead, MA
Elevation
61 ft
Nearest Airport
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 12 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races
- Date
- June 20, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races?
- Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races is a running race held in Marblehead, Massachusetts on June 20, 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 Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races?
- Saturday, June 20, 2026 in Marblehead, Massachusetts at Marblehead High School, Marblehead, MA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races
Jun 20, 2026