The Marblehead Half Marathon is a 13.1-mile race in coastal Massachusetts, passing through Marblehead and Salem. It is a USATF-sanctioned event providing on-course hydration and nutrition, GPS runner tracking, result alerts, and free race photos. The finish includes medals, shirts, refreshments, and age-group awards in five-year brackets.
The route features Marblehead Neck and Salem Willows, specific to the North Shore. Runners receive a YuKan race bag and shades. The finish line offers chicken sandwich sliders, fresh baked treats, and drinks. The race benefits local groups, including Friends of Marblehead Schools, the Marblehead Council on Aging, The Salem Pantry, and the Salem Council on Aging.