Races Near Me: Upcoming Running Races

Celebrate Fall in beautiful Newburyport, MA with a scenic Half Marathon & 5K that start and finish at the RiverWalk Brewery. Enjoy a cold beer in the Beer Garden to celebrate your finish. Once you're done, you can spend the day enjoying everything greater Newburyport has to offer!

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!

With the gracious assistance and support of the Winners Circle Running Club, we invite you to enjoy a 5K run or family-friendly stroll through scenic Newburyport, starting and ending at Michael's Harborside. We are also honored to be endorsed by the New England 65+ Runners Club for the third year in a row! Pre-register here as a team or an individual or you may also register on race-day beginning at 8:30 AM. Adult pre-registration is $30 before May 31, $35 June 1-Nov. 14, or $40 on race-day (ages12-17 registration $15, under age 12 free). (see alternate bib pick-up instructions at the bottom of this page) This annual community event helps fund GNOCA's mission of providing support and assistance to local women living with ovarian cancer and their families, contributes to critical research, and provides education and awareness about this disease. Be part of the movement to raise awareness and promote early detection of this silent killer. Together we CAN make a difference!! Schedule of events: 8:30 am to 9:30 am: check in for pre-registrants 8:30 am to 9:30 am: day of registration sign-up 9:40 am: Welcome ceremony and speeches 10:00 am: Run/Walk starts Presentation of runner prizes and awards immediately following race at approximately 11:00 am Note: free parking is available at Michael's Harborside Registration Instructions: 1. Click to sign up as “In Person” or “Virtual” 2. Enter your registration information 3. Confirm which GNOCA event you are attending – In Person or Virtual 4. At this point, you can add additional registrations 5. Review Waiver and Click check box 6. Select whether you are running or walking 7. Become A Fundraiser - Becoming a fundraiser is optional. Use this section to create your page to become a fundraiser; otherwise, click continue at the bottom of the page to register without setting up your own fundraiser page. 8. Pick an option: No Team, Join Existing Team, Create New Team 9. This is where you add images and share your story; an email will be sent to you to create your own url (https://runsignup.com/teamnamehere) 10. Enter payment information Donation Instructions: Looking for participants or a particular participant: click the Donate button at the top right-hand corner, then scroll to the middle and you will see individuals under the fundraiser tab that is already selected. Looking for teams: click the Donate button at the top right-hand corner, then scroll to the middle and click on the "Team Fundraiser" tab and select from the list of teams. For more 5K Run/Walk information, call Deb Green at 978-225-6700 or email info@ocawareness.org Pre-registered Runners AND Walkers: Pre-Registered runners and walkers can pick up Bibs EITHER on Saturday, November 14, at Marathon Sports, 27 Water Street in Newburyport, between the hours of 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, OR at Michael's Harborside on Sunday morning, November 15, beginning at 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM. NOTE: Marathon Sports is offering 20% off full-priced items to all pre-registrants to be used on Saturday only during the allotted 3-hour window for in store bib pick up and excludes electronics! We are excited to be using bib chips this year for more accurate timing and faster race results!

Join us in beautiful Newburyport, Massachusetts for a scenic half marathon and 5K that start and finish at the RiverWalk Brewery. Enjoy a cold beer in the Beer Garden to celebrate your finish. Once you're done, you can spend the day enjoying everything greater Newburyport has to offer. YuKan is celebrating our 15th Anniversary in 2026! Register for the 3Peat Challenge and Save 15% on all three races!

Join us in beautiful Newburyport, Massachusetts for the 5K and Half Marathon that celebrate the rockstar of craft beer, India Pale Ale. Both races will start and finish at the RiverWalk Brewery, so you can enjoy a cold beer in the taproom after you finish. Once you're done, you can spend the day enjoying everything greater Newburyport has to offer. YuKan is celebrating our 15th Anniversary in 2026! Register for the 3Peat Challenge and Save 15% on all three races!