South Shore Half Marathon and 5K
Race Date
Nov 2, 2025
Location
Hanover, MA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, November 2, 2025
- Location
- Hanover, Massachusetts
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 3.1 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 9,338
The Experience
We’re excited to announce the 11th Annual South Shore Half Marathon and 5K on November 2, 2025 in beautiful Hanover, MA! Known for being one of the most scenic and popular half marathons and 5K’s in Massachusetts, and considering we’re offering the lowest early bird pricing ever, you won’t want to miss out! We’ve also added new, more fun swag including long-sleeve t-shirts and medals for all runners, as well as 1 FREE beer (21+ with valid ID) at Sullivan’s Castle Island (Hanover Crossing location) for an epic post-race celebration! Pricing 5K $34.99 (early bird reg ends Aug 1) $39.99 (Aug 2 – Oct 30) $49.99 (Cash or CC at packet pickup or on race day) Half Marathon $69.99 (early bird reg ends Aug 1) $74.99 (Aug 2 – Oct 30) $84.99 (Cash or CC at packet pickup or on race day) Events 7:30 AM - Half Marathon Starts at Hanover Crossing 8:00 AM - 5K Starts at Hanover Crossing
Custom Event Swag Half Marathon: - Custom event unisex hoodie (guarantee deadline: 10/10/2025) - Finisher medal 5K - Custom event unisex T-shirt (guarantee deadline: 10/10/2025) - Finisher medal Awards given in Marathon Sports Gift cards SOUTH SHORE HALF MARATHON: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F: $100 / $75 / $50 AGE GROUP WINNER M/F: $35 top m/f 1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ SOUTH SHORE 5K: OVERALL TOP 3 M/F: $50 / $40 / $30 AGE GROUP WINNER M/F: $25 top m/f 1-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Logistics
Race Day
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Start Time
7:30 AM
Start Location
1775 Washington St, Hanover, MA, 02339
Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
MA24005BK · 2024 South Shore Half Marathon
Relatively flat with minimal net elevation change. Loop course — start and finish are close together.
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8911 years running
~1,096 finishers a year
growing or steady
16% returning runners
USATF certified · 7 timing sources
runners from 19 states
winner 1:11:41
typical high 59°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
44°
Afternoon (High)
59°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
74%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 9,338 finishers actually crossed the line across 11 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
9,338
Median time
2:03:27
Latest turnout
591
States
23
Turnout by year
2017–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Frequently asked
When is the South Shore Half Marathon and 5K?
The South Shore Half Marathon and 5K is held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, starting at 7:30 AM.
Where does the South Shore Half Marathon and 5K take place?
It takes place in Hanover, Massachusetts.
What distances does the South Shore Half Marathon and 5K offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 3.1 Miles.
Is the South Shore Half Marathon and 5K course flat and good for a PR?
The South Shore Half Marathon and 5K 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 South Shore Half Marathon and 5K?
HalfRuns has finish records for 9,338 runners who have completed the South Shore Half Marathon and 5K.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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