2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon
Milford, CT's Gulf Beach Half Marathon offers a flat, fast course along the coast with two medal options.
Race Date
Sep 18, 2027
Location
Milford, CT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 18, 2027
- Location
- Milford, Connecticut
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 8,862
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Gulf Beach Half Marathon, first run in 2011 and now in its 16th year, has become a beloved fixture in Connecticut's running scene, earning accolades as the "Half Marathon to do in Connecticut." Runners are drawn to its exceptionally flat and scenic course, which winds along the beautiful beaches of Milford, featuring the Silver Sands State Park Boardwalk.
This USATF-certified course is renowned as a PR-friendly route, with minimal elevation changes promising fast times. The race typically sees around 833 finishers, with a loyal contingent of about 21% returning each year. The 7 a.m. start time is designed to help runners avoid the heat, and aid stations are well-stocked with Poland Spring Water and Gatorade Endurance.
Participants receive tech t-shirts and have the unique choice of two custom finisher medals. The post-race celebration includes Poland Spring Water, Gatorade Endurance, bagels, and bananas, with awards for top finishers in various age divisions. Free downloadable race photos and finisher certificates add to the value of this well-organized event.
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Gulf Beach Half Marathon
Saturday September 12, 2026 @ 7am
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"The Half Marathon to do in Connecticut"
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THE 2026 CONNECTICUT STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
HALF MARATHON FOR THE
ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA ONCE AGAIN!
THE COURSE
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Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 18, 2027
Start Time
11:00 AM
Start Location
Milford, CT, 06460
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Standout7515 years running
~833 finishers a year
growing or steady
22% returning runners
3 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:12:28
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
60°
Afternoon (High)
73°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 8,862 finishers actually crossed the line across 15 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
8,862
Median time
2:06:43
Latest turnout
858
States
44
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
About the Organizer
Frequently asked
When is the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon?
The 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon is held on Saturday, September 18, 2027, starting at 11:00 AM.
Where does the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Milford, Connecticut.
What distances does the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 8,862 runners who have completed the 2027 Gulf Beach Half Marathon.
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