Nantucket Half Marathon
- Date Sun 11th October 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Nantucket, Massachusetts
- Price Free - $108.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon, Sprint
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the 15th Annual Nantucket Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, October 11th, 2026, at 8:00 AM on the stunning Nantucket Island! Recognized by RUNNERS' WORLD as one of the top ten beach town races in the country, this half marathon promises an exhilarating course filled with breathtaking ocean views and scenic routes. Runners will traverse sandy beach roads, bike paths, and charming neighborhood streets, all while soaking in the beauty of the globally rare Smooth Hummocks Coastal Preserve.
This year, the race will focus solely on the half marathon distance, so lace up your shoes and prepare for a challenge! The event starts and finishes at historic Bartlett's Farm, making it a perfect backdrop for your race day. Don't miss out on the excitement—last year’s race sold out by August 1st! Early registration guarantees a t-shirt for participants, while those who register later will be subject to availability. Plus, there’s a free kids fun run where every child gets a delightful Bartlett's Farm pumpkin. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness, community, and fun on Nantucket Island!
This year, the race will focus solely on the half marathon distance, so lace up your shoes and prepare for a challenge! The event starts and finishes at historic Bartlett's Farm, making it a perfect backdrop for your race day. Don't miss out on the excitement—last year’s race sold out by August 1st! Early registration guarantees a t-shirt for participants, while those who register later will be subject to availability. Plus, there’s a free kids fun run where every child gets a delightful Bartlett's Farm pumpkin. Join us for a fantastic day of fitness, community, and fun on Nantucket Island!
Organiser's Description
THE 15TH ANNUAL NANTUCKET HALF MARATHON!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11TH, 2026 AT 8:00 AM
The Nantucket Half Marathon is one of the most scenic half marathon courses on the East Coast! RUNNERS' WORLD recognized the Nantucket Half Marathon as one of the nation's top ten beach town races! Set on iconic Nantucket Island, the course travels through sandy beach roads, bike paths, lightly traveled neighborhood streets, a few patches of sand, and features incredible ocean views. The 2025 race was challenging with high wind and an impending storm. The route begins and ends at historic Bartlett's Farm and highlights the Nantucket Land Bank's Smooth Hummocks Coastal Preserve. The Preserve is a globally rare sand plain grassland ecosystem. There is also a free kids fun run! Each kid gets a treasured Bartlett's Farm pumpkin! THERE WILL NOT BE A QUARTER MARATHON OPTION THIS YEAR, SO START TRAINING- YOU WILL HAVE TO RUN THE ENTIRE COURSE! This is one of the best half marathon's in the country and it will sell out! Register today and enjoy a terrific day on Nantucket.
REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. _LAST YEAR WE SOLD OUT ON AUGUST 1ST SO REGISTER EARLY. _
Racers registered before September 1st will be guaranteed a t-shirt, after that sizes and availability are on a first come, first serve basis! Please register early!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11TH, 2026 AT 8:00 AM
The Nantucket Half Marathon is one of the most scenic half marathon courses on the East Coast! RUNNERS' WORLD recognized the Nantucket Half Marathon as one of the nation's top ten beach town races! Set on iconic Nantucket Island, the course travels through sandy beach roads, bike paths, lightly traveled neighborhood streets, a few patches of sand, and features incredible ocean views. The 2025 race was challenging with high wind and an impending storm. The route begins and ends at historic Bartlett's Farm and highlights the Nantucket Land Bank's Smooth Hummocks Coastal Preserve. The Preserve is a globally rare sand plain grassland ecosystem. There is also a free kids fun run! Each kid gets a treasured Bartlett's Farm pumpkin! THERE WILL NOT BE A QUARTER MARATHON OPTION THIS YEAR, SO START TRAINING- YOU WILL HAVE TO RUN THE ENTIRE COURSE! This is one of the best half marathon's in the country and it will sell out! Register today and enjoy a terrific day on Nantucket.
REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. _LAST YEAR WE SOLD OUT ON AUGUST 1ST SO REGISTER EARLY. _
Racers registered before September 1st will be guaranteed a t-shirt, after that sizes and availability are on a first come, first serve basis! Please register early!
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $8.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 11th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$108.00
OPENS 01 JAN 262 loop course -
Nantucket Kids Run - Sprint Race for Children 12 and Under
Sun 11th October 2026 (8:15AM EDT)
Free
OPENS 01 JAN 26This is a .25 mile race open to all kids from the age of 2-10.
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33 Bartlett Farm Rd, Nantucket, 02554, MA, United States
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