Hamden Fest Half Marathon
Hamden Fest Half Marathon offers a fast, flat course with a lively community festival atmosphere.
Race Date
Jun 6, 2026
Location
Hamden, CT
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Location
- Hamden, Connecticut
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Mixed
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 619
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Hamden Fest Half Marathon and 5K unfolds at Town Center Park, kicking off the larger Hamden Fest celebration. This race is designed for speed, with a course that is predominantly flat, featuring only minor undulations that won't deter runners aiming for personal bests.
The event is a true community affair, a partnership between the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Hamden. Runners can expect a lively atmosphere, amplified by the concurrent Hamden Fest, which includes an expo, book sale, food trucks, arts and crafts, and live music, creating a festive environment for participants and spectators alike.
With a typical field size of around 206 finishers and a growing trend, the race draws participants from approximately nine states. While a smaller event, it boasts a strong production quality, earning high marks from participants who appreciate the well-organized nature and the chance to enjoy a fast, community-focused race day.
Race-provided description
The Hamden Fest Half Marathon & 5K will be held at Town Center Park on Saturday June 6th. The event includes a Half Marathon and 5K. The road races will offer runners and walkers some grass and paved trail running. The Hamden Road race will kick off Hamden Fest. Hamden Fest will kick off at 11:00 am, with an extravaganza of events and activities in Town Center Park. The Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the Town of Hamden to present this exciting event which will feature the Chamber's Annual Business & Community Expo; the Hamden Library Book Sale; Food Trucks and vendors; an Arts & Crafts & Antiques Fair; a Kids’ Zone by Hamden Youth Service Bureau; Entertainment by local musicians and more. Hamden Fest will run until 4:00 pm. Come enjoy this lively festival that brings together Hamden’s best – business, arts, cultural and educational communities. For more info about Hamden Fest, go to https://hamdenregionalchamber.com/promote/hamden-fest/.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Start Time
8:30 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
Hamden Town Center Park, Hamden, CT, 06518
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
mixed
Scenery
Park
Surface
Paved, Dirt Trail
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
CT24002JRG
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Solid Pick584 years running
~206 finishers a year
shrinking
16% returning runners
USATF certified · 7 timing sources
runners from 16 states
winner 1:17:49
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
10 mph
Wind
72%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 619 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
619
Median time
2:07:29
Latest turnout
187
States
23
Turnout by year
2023–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
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Frequently asked
When is the Hamden Fest Half Marathon?
The Hamden Fest Half Marathon is held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, starting at 8:30 AM.
Where does the Hamden Fest Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Hamden, Connecticut.
What distances does the Hamden Fest Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles, 13.1 Miles.
Is the Hamden Fest Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Hamden Fest Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the Hamden Fest Half Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 619 runners who have completed the Hamden Fest Half Marathon.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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