The Hampton Half Marathon & 5K is returning this March for another memorable day of beautiful Atlantic oceanside running. Experience the best views Hampton Beach has to offer as you coast through the flat and fast half marathon or 5K courses through a winter seacoast wonderland!
After the Atlantic Ocean waves you across the finish line, you’ll shell-ebrate your accomplishment with stylish swag, two complimentary craft beers (21+), and plenty of healthy and delicious post-race snacks.
The Hampton Half course begins at B Street and Ocean Boulevard with a loop around downtown Hampton Beach. Runners will then heads north right along the Atlantic Ocean and turn inland for a loop on tree-lined roads before coming back out to the ocean at Mile 10. The course finishes with a three-mile stretch along the beach, ending back at the Start for a well-deserved party!
This course is very spectator friendly with great views of the runners at the Start, all along Ocean Blvd, and at the Finish.
Course certification #NH24005BK
The Hampton 5K is one of the most scenic road races in New England! The course shares 2.5 miles of the half marathon course, which means you’ll be cheered on by tons of spectators as you run beside the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. After the finish, head on over to the Ashworth By The Sea Hotel for the after-party!
Awards
Prizes are awarded to the top 3 men and women finishers overall and the top 3 men and women in the following age categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
The overall category will be scored using GUN time and the age group awards will be scored using CHIP time.
LESS
Nice run in Coastal New Hampshire
The race day weather was cool and windy. Heavy rain was in the forecast but did not start until after the race. The race pullover was a nice touch. The … MORE
The race day weather was cool and windy. Heavy rain was in the forecast but did not start until after the race.
The race pullover was a nice touch. The course has a few gently rolling uphills near the midpoint, but nothing too severe.
The finish followed the sea wall and provide nice view of the waves crashing in as we approached the finish line.
The race staff and volunteers were friendly and very helpful.
A little plowing would go a long way
There was ice/slush/snow on the starting line and various sections of the course. An event this size should do better...at least the start! Storm ended 24 hours before race so … MORE
There was ice/slush/snow on the starting line and various sections of the course. An event this size should do better…at least the start! Storm ended 24 hours before race so there was enough time.