The Harborside Half Marathon & 5K returns to Newburyport on November 9, 2025, offering a beautiful and relaxed race experience that showcases the best of coastal Massachusetts in the fall. Both the Half Marathon and 5K routes wind through scenic landscapes including salt marshes, woodlands, and the Clipper City Rail Trail, with the finish line set at Michael’s Harborside on the Merrimack River. Participants receive chip timing, race swag, and access to a festive post-race party featuring fresh pizza, snacks, and complimentary Ipswich Ale Brewery beer for runners aged 21 and over. The flat-to-gently rolling course is ideal for both personal bests and casual running, making it a popular choice that often sells out. With its welcoming atmosphere, scenic charm, and community spirit, it’s a standout among New England’s late-season races.
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The Virtual Harborside Half Marathon 2025, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team, allows participants to complete the 13.1-mile distance anytime and anywhere during the official race weekend or within an extended virtual window. Runners receive a race bib, finisher medal, and exclusive race swag by mail, celebrating their achievement with the freedom to choose their own course.
Set for Sunday, November 9, 2025, this scenic half marathon starts at 9:00 AM from 40 Parker Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. The certified, flat yet occasionally rolling course runs through salt marshes, farmland, and the Clipper City Rail Trail before finishing riverside at Michael’s Harborside, followed by a post-race celebration with pizza and craft beer for participants over 21.
Held at 9:15 AM on November 9, 2025, the 5K begins from the same start line on Parker Street in Newburyport, hosted by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K crew. This shorter, chip-timed race completes a fast loop through autumn landscapes, ending at the same festive riverside venue with snacks, music, and draft beer for adults.
The Virtual Harborside 5K offers a flexible 3.1-mile challenge for runners and walkers of all levels, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. Participants can run their own route at their convenience and submit results online to earn their official finisher gear.
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FAQs
What is the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
How long is the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
Where does the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
The Virtual Harborside Half Marathon 2025, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team, allows participants to complete the 13.1-mile distance anytime and anywhere during the official race weekend or within an extended virtual window. Runners receive a race bib, finisher medal, and exclusive race swag by mail, celebrating their achievement with the freedom to choose their own course.
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon elevation gain is 95 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
The Virtual Harborside Half Marathon 2025, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team, allows participants to complete the 13.1-mile distance anytime and anywhere during the official race weekend or within an extended virtual window. Runners receive a race bib, finisher medal, and exclusive race swag by mail, celebrating their achievement with the freedom to choose their own course.
How long is the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon take place?
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
The Harborside Virtual Half Marathon elevation gain is 95 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Virtual Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside Half Marathon?
How long is the Harborside Half Marathon?
Where does the Harborside Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Harborside Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Half Marathon?
Set for Sunday, November 9, 2025, this scenic half marathon starts at 9:00 AM from 40 Parker Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. The certified, flat yet occasionally rolling course runs through salt marshes, farmland, and the Clipper City Rail Trail before finishing riverside at Michael’s Harborside, followed by a post-race celebration with pizza and craft beer for participants over 21.
The Harborside Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Harborside Half Marathon takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
The Harborside Half Marathon elevation gain is 95 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside Half Marathon?
Set for Sunday, November 9, 2025, this scenic half marathon starts at 9:00 AM from 40 Parker Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. The certified, flat yet occasionally rolling course runs through salt marshes, farmland, and the Clipper City Rail Trail before finishing riverside at Michael’s Harborside, followed by a post-race celebration with pizza and craft beer for participants over 21.
How long is the Harborside Half Marathon?
The Harborside Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Harborside Half Marathon take place?
The Harborside Half Marathon takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Half Marathon?
The Harborside Half Marathon elevation gain is 95 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Harborside Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside 5K?
How long is the Harborside 5K?
Where does the Harborside 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside 5K?
How can I prepare for the Harborside 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside 5K?
Held at 9:15 AM on November 9, 2025, the 5K begins from the same start line on Parker Street in Newburyport, hosted by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K crew. This shorter, chip-timed race completes a fast loop through autumn landscapes, ending at the same festive riverside venue with snacks, music, and draft beer for adults.
The Harborside 5K is 5km long.
The Harborside 5K takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
The Harborside 5K elevation gain is 14.63 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside 5K?
Held at 9:15 AM on November 9, 2025, the 5K begins from the same start line on Parker Street in Newburyport, hosted by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K crew. This shorter, chip-timed race completes a fast loop through autumn landscapes, ending at the same festive riverside venue with snacks, music, and draft beer for adults.
How long is the Harborside 5K?
The Harborside 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Harborside 5K take place?
The Harborside 5K takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside 5K?
The Harborside 5K elevation gain is 14.63 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Harborside 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside Virtual 5K?
How long is the Harborside Virtual 5K?
Where does the Harborside Virtual 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Virtual 5K?
How can I prepare for the Harborside Virtual 5K?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Virtual 5K?
The Virtual Harborside 5K offers a flexible 3.1-mile challenge for runners and walkers of all levels, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. Participants can run their own route at their convenience and submit results online to earn their official finisher gear.
The Harborside Virtual 5K is 5km long.
The Harborside Virtual 5K takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
Runna classifies the Harborside Virtual 5K elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Harborside Virtual 5K?
The Virtual Harborside 5K offers a flexible 3.1-mile challenge for runners and walkers of all levels, organized by the Harborside Half Marathon & 5K team. Participants can run their own route at their convenience and submit results online to earn their official finisher gear.
How long is the Harborside Virtual 5K?
The Harborside Virtual 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Harborside Virtual 5K take place?
The Harborside Virtual 5K takes place in Newburyport, MA, USA.
What is the elevation gain of the Harborside Virtual 5K?
Runna classifies the Harborside Virtual 5K elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Harborside Virtual 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Harborside Virtual 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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