Happy Holidays Half Merrython
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Event overview
The Happy Holidays Half MerryThon & 5K Race takes place on Sunday, December 6, 2026, at Good Harbor Beach, 100 Thatcher Road, Gloucester, MA 01930. The event is organized by YuKan Road Races and offers two distance options. Registration prices shown in the listing are $29 for the 5K (kids 10-12 entry $10) and $79 for the half marathon. Prices increase after August 31, 2026. The listing shows available spots remaining for each event at the time of posting.
- 5K - open to ages 10-79; ages 10-12 entry $10
- Half Marathon (13.1) - open to ages 18-79
Race features and services
Participants receive items and services that include name on bib (if submitted by November 9, 2026), a choice of male or female holiday shirt, a choice of Naughty/Nice holiday hat, finisher medals for both distances, and a YuKan drawstring backpack. On-course hydration and nutrition will be provided, and finish-line refreshments include brew, fresh pizza, and baked holiday treats. The event offers free race photos, GPS runner tracking, results alerts, finisher certificates, and free training plans. The half marathon is USATF certified and the event is USATF sanctioned. RaceJoy is available for live GPS tracking and send-a-cheer features; runners must carry their phone and activate tracking to use it. Volunteers receive a free entry to a YuKan race, and teams of 10 or more receive a per-person discount. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
