Around Cape Ann Half Marathon
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Around Cape Ann Half Marathon : event overview
The Around Cape Ann Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, October 19, 2025, in Gloucester, MA. The race was first held in 1933 and follows a course that wraps around Cape Ann’s coastline, passing through the seaside villages of Gloucester and Rockport. The course is USATF sanctioned and USATF certified for 13.1 miles. The event uses RaceJoy for live GPS tracking and progress alerts.
Logistics and race amenities
The finish area and parking are at O'Maley Middle School, 32 Cherry Street, Gloucester. Free shuttle buses transport participants from the school to the start at Good Harbor Beach, about 3 miles away. Aid stations with water are located near miles 2, 3.5, 5, 6.5, 9 and 11.5, and a restroom is available near mile 6. Bag check is available at the start as a self-service option. Awards are given to the top three men and women in 5-year age groups, plus overall and youth categories; awards must be picked up on site. The race lists the following participant items: name-on-bib option (by 9/29/25), choice of M/F race shirt, YuKan socks, a finisher medal, race bag, free race photos, on-course hydration and finish-line refreshments. Registration details indicate a price increase after August 31, 2025, and teams of 10 or more receive a group discount. Volunteers earn a free entry to a YuKan race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.