Half Marathon-by-the-Sea
USATF CertifiedSunday, September 13, 2026
Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts
The Experience
Named for the host community of Manchester-by-the-Sea, the race provides scenic views. Race through the historic and charming downtown and past the pristine fresh water lakes in nearby Hamilton, MA.
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
MA16012BK · Expires 2026
Certified Course Name
Half Marathon By-The-Sea
Net Drop
0.00
m/km
Separation
0.0%
start to finish
This course is relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
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Race Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026 · 9/13/2026 09:00
Start Location
Manchester Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
Course
Loop
Giveaway
Tech Shirt
Registration
Register online — $79
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:04:56
9:32/mi pace
1:15:05
5:44/mi pace
450
52% female · 48% male
24 states
Avg age: 36
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
1:52:26
Top 25%
2:21:37
Top 75%
Historical Weather
☀
Avg High
73°F
☽
Avg Low
60°F
☂
Precip
0.08 in
🍃
Wind
10.8 mph
More races in Massachusetts
The Experience
Named for the host community of Manchester-by-the-Sea, the race provides scenic views. Race through the historic and charming downtown and past the pristine fresh water lakes in nearby Hamilton, MA.
Course Information
USATF Certified Course
MA16012BK · Expires 2026
Certified Course Name
Half Marathon By-The-Sea
Net Drop
0.00
m/km
Separation
0.0%
start to finish
This course is relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
View USATF Course Map (PDF)Race Details
Race Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026 · 9/13/2026 09:00
Start Location
Manchester Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
Course
Loop
Giveaway
Tech Shirt
Registration
Register online — $79
Race Website
Official race information
Race Performance
2:04:56
9:32/mi pace
1:15:05
5:44/mi pace
450
52% female · 48% male
24 states
Avg age: 36
Finish Time Distribution (2025)
1:52:26
Top 25%
2:21:37
Top 75%