The number of runners allowed in the race is capped and the race regularly sells out. If the race sells out, there will not be any race day registration. Check the website for registration status.Register early to ensure you get a bib! RACE SOLD OUT ON 4/13. THERE WILL NOT BE ANY RACE DAY REGISTRATION

Friday, April 24, 2026. 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Brewer's Table restaurant, 2 Soffron Ln, Ipswich, MA 
Saturday, April 25, 2026. 6:30 am - 8:00 am, Crane Beach, Ipswich, MA

Yes.

No. Consistent with widespread road race policy, once you have registered there will be no refunds, transfer of bibs or deferrals. Because safety is our top priority, race organizers reserve the right to modify, shorten or cancel the race in the event of inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances that could make the race unsafe. There will be no make up date for this race.

The race starts and finishes at Crane Beach, Argilla Rd, Ipswich.  Free parking for runners and spectators is in the Crane Beach parking lot which is next to the start/finish area.

The Crane Beach parking lot will not be open until 6:15 am on race day. Please do not arrive earlier than 6:15 am.  The race will start promptly at 8:00 am.

No. There is no bag drop. Please leave your valuables at home and secure your belongings in your car. Race organizers are not responsible for anything left behind or unattended.

The course is not certified, but it has been measured.

No. The roads are not closed for the race. For your safety, there will be police officers, course marshals, and volunteers along the course. However, it is the responsibility of all runners to be aware of road traffic at all times.

The Trustees of Reservations have agreed to allow runners to use the Crane Beach restrooms which are located adjacent to the beach parking lot and the start/finish area. There will also be a porta john in the start/finish area and porta johns on the course at miles (approx) 4.5, 7.5 and 9.5.

No. This is for your safety and the safety of all runners. Moreover, dogs are not permitted on Trustee property (i.e., Crane Beach and beach parking lots) after March 31st, so spectators are also asked to leave their dogs at home.  Please pass the word to family and friends.

No. This is for your safety and the safety of all runners.

For your safety, the safety of all runners, and to ensure you can hear traffic and course marshals, we strongly discourage the use of headphones.

No.

The course and finish line will remain open and supported for 3 hours – until 11:00 am. Runners on the course beyond the time limit should not expect to receive timed results or to be supported by race staff, volunteers or services.  

There will be cash awards for the top finishers.  Specifics will be announced in the Spring. Runners cannot win more than one award. Awards must be claimed at the awards table in the finish area by 11:30 am.  Awards will not be mailed.

There will be five water tables on the course at miles (approx) 2.5, 5, 7.5, 10 and 11.5. The water tables at miles 5, 10, and 11.5 will also have Gatorade.

Yes. Medical support will be located at the start/finish area.  For your safety, there will also be police officers, course marshals and volunteers along the course.

Yes. The popular Ipswich Ale Half Marathon post race party will be back!  Check back in the months ahead for details.   

100% of the race’s net proceeds go to the Ipswich Rotary Charitable Trust and are used to support local charities and scholarships. 

If you are interested in helping out as a race volunteer, please email ipswichalehalf@gmail.com