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Around Cape Ann Half Marathon
Around Cape Ann Half Marathon is a half marathon event held in Gloucester, Massachusetts. It was last held on October 18, 2026 and is usually run in October; the next date hasn't been announced yet. About 750 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- October
- Location
- Gloucester, MA
- Field size
- ~750 runners
Race details
- Last held
- October 18, 2026
- Usually held in
- October
- Location
- Gloucester, Massachusetts
- Distances
- Half Marathon
- Field size
- About 750 runners
- Course
- Coastal point-to-point course from Good Harbor Beach to O'Maley Middle School; described as flat to gently rolling along the Cape Ann shoreline.
- Registration
- runsignup.com
- Official website
- yukanrun.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Registration status as last checked September 26, 2026: open
- Start time
- 9:00 AM EDT
- Course profile
- Point-to-point course; Road surface; USATF certified
- Typical race-day weather
- about 57°F at the start, 71% humidity, 14 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 26, 2026)
About the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon
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 Pac…
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Around Cape Ann Half Marathon: common questions
- When is the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in October. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon held?
- In Gloucester, Massachusetts.
- What distances does the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon offer?
- Half Marathon.
- How many people run the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- About 750 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- Registration status as last checked September 26, 2026: open. $99 (from runsignup.com, checked September 26, 2026).
- What time does the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon start?
- 9:00 AM EDT.
- What is the course like at the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- Point-to-point course; Road surface; USATF certified.
- What is race-day weather usually like at the Around Cape Ann Half Marathon?
- about 57°F at the start, 71% humidity, 14 mph wind (based on the 2025 race day, measured near the city center rather than the exact start line; Open-Meteo, checked September 26, 2026).
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