Tache Realty Wicked Half Marathon
- Date Sun 21st September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Salem, Massachusetts
- Price $96.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Annual Tache Realty Wicked Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the picturesque city of Salem, Massachusetts! This exciting event welcomes runners of all levels, with a 4-hour time cap to complete the scenic 13.1-mile course that winds through the historic streets of Salem and Marblehead. Participants will enjoy well-stocked aid stations every 1.5 to 2 miles, cheerful volunteers cheering them on, and the thrill of crossing the finish line to receive a custom finisher medal.
With nearly 1,000 runners expected, including both elite athletes and beginners from around the globe, the Wicked Half Marathon promises an unforgettable race day atmosphere. Post-race festivities will include a variety of delicious food and drink options, including mimosas and local craft beer, making it the perfect way to celebrate your achievement. Plus, don’t miss out on exploring the charming downtown Salem with its vibrant restaurants and shops. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at this celebrated half marathon event!
With nearly 1,000 runners expected, including both elite athletes and beginners from around the globe, the Wicked Half Marathon promises an unforgettable race day atmosphere. Post-race festivities will include a variety of delicious food and drink options, including mimosas and local craft beer, making it the perfect way to celebrate your achievement. Plus, don’t miss out on exploring the charming downtown Salem with its vibrant restaurants and shops. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit at this celebrated half marathon event!
Organiser's Description
DETAILS: Join us at the Annual Tache Realty Wicked Half Marathon in historic Salem, MA! Participants will have a 4 hour time cap to complete this course. The course will offer aid stations every 1.5-2 miles and there will be a ton of cheerful volunteers on the course. Everyone will receive a custom finisher medal that will be a nice addition to your collection. The event attracts close to 1000 runners, including elites to beginners traveling from all over the world. We promise the scenery in Salem and Marblehead will make these miles fly by!!
Fees:
$60 through 12/31
$70 through 5/31
$80 through 8/31
$90 through 9/14
$95 Race Week
$100 Race Day
**No Shirt Entry **$5 off your entry
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
*Yes you can pick up for your friends.
FRIDAY - 11-2PM AT LONGBOARDS RESTAURANT & BAR. (76 WHARF ST)
SATURDAY - 12-3PM AT B&S HEADQUARTERS, 45 CONGRESS STREET, DOCK 19/20, SHETLAND PARK, SALEM MA
(GPS: 90 Leavitt St, Salem MA) and enter Shetland Park at end of street, veer left in the parking lot and look for Dock 19/20 where the stairs are.
RACE DAY(SUNDAY) AT RACE SITE STARTING AT 5:45AM.
SWAG: Custom long sleeve shirts and personalized bibs will be provided to participants pre-registered by September 1st. All participants will receive an event finishers medal upon completion of the event. If you wish to purchase any additional swag items, youll have that opportunity through the registration process, post race or at packet pickup.
Course: Click here [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2717251?units=miles] for an integrative course map. USATF certified course can be found at www.bnseventmanagement.com [http://www.bnseventmanagement.com]
Course Time Cap: 4 hour time cap beginning at 7AM *Sunshine start at 6:30AM will be made available for participants that have a pace slower than 16min/miles. This will be communicated through the athlete email that will be emailed to you and posted on Wednesday, 9/17.
Course Details (Water Stations and Bathrooms):
The course will offer an Aid Station approximately every 1.5-2 miles or so. Aid stations will have either Gatorade or Water, sometimes both. The water stations at Devereux Beach will have Gus, petroleum jelly, and bathrooms. **Note, water stations will not be setup until 7AM so those participating in the unofficial 6:30AM start, should be equipped with nutrition/fuel for the beginning portion of the course.
Parking: There is ample parking in and around the Willows (parking all down in the Willows casino/entertainment area), parking along Fort Avenue and at the Bentley School (25 Memorial Dr) less than a 1/2 mile away from the race site. YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO PARK IN FRONT OF ANY HOUSES OR IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OFF FORT AVE. YOUR CAR WILL BE TOWED. PLEASE OBEY ALL PARKING SIGNS.
Age Group Awards:
Top 3 Overall M/F
Top 3 M/F in each age group:
Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Top 3 Non-Binary
_**NO DOUBLE DIPPING_
Post Race Details: An assortment of homemade and packaged food/drink will be available post-race, including non alcoholic beer from Heineken and more. We will have Mimosas and a beer tent sponsored by Notch Brewing so bring some cash (venmo also accepted). Each beer/mimosa is an additional $9. Post event, we encourage you to head downtown Salem where there are several restaurants, bars, cafes and boutique shops that are worth checking out. If youre looking for Food/DRINK, we highly recommend Longboards Bar & Restaurant who will be serving up some awesome game day specials all day!!
At race site well have several sponsors/vendors to keep you busy post event including the Enjoy Your Life Brand, The Cravery food truck and coffee from By The Sea Coffee for sale!!
If you are hanging around Salem that afternoon or staying an extra day or two do yourself a favor and book a tour with our dear friends at Witch City Walking Tours! "Ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 2 in the world for cultural and historic tours." - Trip Advisor 2024
Be sure to use code word "Runner20" to save 20% on your tour that weekend.
Click here [https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/witchcitywalkingtours/?full-items=yes&flow=14733&from-ssl=yes&ga4t=AW-11411635035%2Cundefined__undefined%3BG-VNFQJ2CEK1%2C25605260.1752329074__1756840290%3B&g4=yes&cp=no&csp=no&back=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.witchcitywalkingtours.com%2F&u=41e72ae4-03f3-45e6-9c21-86817d80139d] to book direct!
Race Charity: The Tache Realty Wicked Half Marathon will be supporting the Salem Childrens Charity, Fellowship Christian Academy and the Salem Academy Charter School.
Accreditations: The Wicked 1/2 Marathon has been voted one of the top 100 best half marathons in the country by The 100 Half Marathons Club members for 2014, 2015, & 2016! The Wicked 1/2 Marathon has been voted the Best Half Marathon by North Shore Race Guide in 2015.
Questions: Please email B&S Event Management at [email protected] or call 978-204-8588.
Fees:
$60 through 12/31
$70 through 5/31
$80 through 8/31
$90 through 9/14
$95 Race Week
$100 Race Day
**No Shirt Entry **$5 off your entry
PACKET PICK UP OPTIONS:
*Yes you can pick up for your friends.
FRIDAY - 11-2PM AT LONGBOARDS RESTAURANT & BAR. (76 WHARF ST)
SATURDAY - 12-3PM AT B&S HEADQUARTERS, 45 CONGRESS STREET, DOCK 19/20, SHETLAND PARK, SALEM MA
(GPS: 90 Leavitt St, Salem MA) and enter Shetland Park at end of street, veer left in the parking lot and look for Dock 19/20 where the stairs are.
RACE DAY(SUNDAY) AT RACE SITE STARTING AT 5:45AM.
SWAG: Custom long sleeve shirts and personalized bibs will be provided to participants pre-registered by September 1st. All participants will receive an event finishers medal upon completion of the event. If you wish to purchase any additional swag items, youll have that opportunity through the registration process, post race or at packet pickup.
Course: Click here [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2717251?units=miles] for an integrative course map. USATF certified course can be found at www.bnseventmanagement.com [http://www.bnseventmanagement.com]
Course Time Cap: 4 hour time cap beginning at 7AM *Sunshine start at 6:30AM will be made available for participants that have a pace slower than 16min/miles. This will be communicated through the athlete email that will be emailed to you and posted on Wednesday, 9/17.
Course Details (Water Stations and Bathrooms):
The course will offer an Aid Station approximately every 1.5-2 miles or so. Aid stations will have either Gatorade or Water, sometimes both. The water stations at Devereux Beach will have Gus, petroleum jelly, and bathrooms. **Note, water stations will not be setup until 7AM so those participating in the unofficial 6:30AM start, should be equipped with nutrition/fuel for the beginning portion of the course.
Parking: There is ample parking in and around the Willows (parking all down in the Willows casino/entertainment area), parking along Fort Avenue and at the Bentley School (25 Memorial Dr) less than a 1/2 mile away from the race site. YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO PARK IN FRONT OF ANY HOUSES OR IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OFF FORT AVE. YOUR CAR WILL BE TOWED. PLEASE OBEY ALL PARKING SIGNS.
Age Group Awards:
Top 3 Overall M/F
Top 3 M/F in each age group:
Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
Top 3 Non-Binary
_**NO DOUBLE DIPPING_
Post Race Details: An assortment of homemade and packaged food/drink will be available post-race, including non alcoholic beer from Heineken and more. We will have Mimosas and a beer tent sponsored by Notch Brewing so bring some cash (venmo also accepted). Each beer/mimosa is an additional $9. Post event, we encourage you to head downtown Salem where there are several restaurants, bars, cafes and boutique shops that are worth checking out. If youre looking for Food/DRINK, we highly recommend Longboards Bar & Restaurant who will be serving up some awesome game day specials all day!!
At race site well have several sponsors/vendors to keep you busy post event including the Enjoy Your Life Brand, The Cravery food truck and coffee from By The Sea Coffee for sale!!
If you are hanging around Salem that afternoon or staying an extra day or two do yourself a favor and book a tour with our dear friends at Witch City Walking Tours! "Ranked No. 1 in the U.S. and No. 2 in the world for cultural and historic tours." - Trip Advisor 2024
Be sure to use code word "Runner20" to save 20% on your tour that weekend.
Click here [https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/witchcitywalkingtours/?full-items=yes&flow=14733&from-ssl=yes&ga4t=AW-11411635035%2Cundefined__undefined%3BG-VNFQJ2CEK1%2C25605260.1752329074__1756840290%3B&g4=yes&cp=no&csp=no&back=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.witchcitywalkingtours.com%2F&u=41e72ae4-03f3-45e6-9c21-86817d80139d] to book direct!
Race Charity: The Tache Realty Wicked Half Marathon will be supporting the Salem Childrens Charity, Fellowship Christian Academy and the Salem Academy Charter School.
Accreditations: The Wicked 1/2 Marathon has been voted one of the top 100 best half marathons in the country by The 100 Half Marathons Club members for 2014, 2015, & 2016! The Wicked 1/2 Marathon has been voted the Best Half Marathon by North Shore Race Guide in 2015.
Questions: Please email B&S Event Management at [email protected] or call 978-204-8588.
Races
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1/2 Marathon
Incl. $6.40 Fee & Long Sleeve Tech-Shirt
Sun 21st September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
$96.40
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