Around Cape Ann Half Marathon
Race Date
Oct 18, 2026
Location
Gloucester, MA
The Experience
Since 1933, the Around Cape Ann Road Race has been a running tradition. Considered one of the best and oldest races in America, the Around Cape Ann Road Race is also among the most beautiful race courses in New England. The scenic course wraps around Cape Ann’s idyllic coastline and travels through the seaside villages of Gloucester and Rockport. The race provides spectacular coastal views of beaches, harbors and coves. YuKan is celebrating our 15th Anniversary in 2026! Register for the Six Pack Challenge and Save 15% on all six half marathons!
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Start Time
9:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
32 Cherry Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Elevation Gain
0'
Net Drop/km
-0.52 m
Separation
16.0%
USATF Certified Course
MA19011BK
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common.
Quality Score
Standout687 years running
~333 finishers a year
growing or steady
7% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources · 7 photos
runners from 23 states
winner 1:25:00
typical high 61°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
48°
Afternoon (High)
61°
Pleasant conditions — light layers at start, comfortable by finish
0.1"
Precipitation
13 mph
Wind
75%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 1,688 finishers actually crossed the line across 7 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
1,688
Median time
2:09:00
Latest turnout
333
States
34
Turnout by year
2019–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
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