Enjoy Your Life Happy Half Marathon & Friendly 5K

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

• Race Name: 3rd Annual Enjoy Your Life Happy Half Marathon and Friendly 5K
• Date: May 9, 2026
• Location: Heritage Park, Amesbury, MA (27 Water Street)
• Course: The half marathon features a challenging route through three picturesque towns, while the 5K is a beautiful out and back to Battis Farm.

⏰ Race Day Schedule

• Half Marathon Start Time: 8AM
• 5K Start Time: 8:15AM
• Packet Pickup Party: Friday, May 8th from 4-7PM at Riverside Yoga, 3 Graf Rd, Newburyport, MA
• Race Day Registration: Starting at 6:45AM - 8AM at Race Site

🕒 Timing

• Provided by: Bay State Race Services
• Half Marathon Time Cap: 3.5 hours beginning at 8AM
• Announcer: We are OVERSJOYED to have Michael Bernier, one of the country’s best announcers!
• Follow: @enjoymichaelbernier

🏅 Course Details

• Half Marathon Course: Loop course starting and finishing at Heritage Park: features scenic paved roads.
• Water Stations: Three stations at miles 3.5, 8.5, and 10.5
• Bathrooms: On-course bathroom break available just before mile 4.
• 5K Course: Out and back with a turnaround at Battis Farm.

🎁 Participant Swag

• Half Marathon: High-quality Enjoy Your Life Brand windbreaker jacket
• 5K: Ultra-comfortable Enjoy Your Life Tech shirt
• Finisher Benefits: Medals, complimentary beer (21+), and more!
• Discount Code: 35% OFF at www.EnjoyYourLifeBrand.com in confirmation email

🏆 Awards

• Top Finishers: Top 3 Overall M/F
• Age Groups: Top 3 M/F in each: Under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
• Non-Binary: Top 3
• Strollers: Top 3

🚗 Parking

• Availability: Limited parking on Water St. and public lot at race site.
• Additional Parking: Amesbury Riverwalk Trail (GPS: 35 Water St)
• Overflow Parking: Business lots off Oakland St.
• Downtown Parking: Follow posted signage.

🐕 Dogs/Strollers

• Welcome: Dogs and strollers are allowed.
• Start Line: Line up in the back.
• Leashing: Dogs must be leashed at all times.

🎉 Post Race Celebration

• Event Duration: Music and entertainment until 12PM
• What's Available: Healthy snacks, post-race beers, vendors, and more!
• Visit: Sylvan Street Grille for free beer or glass of wine with your race bib!

💖 Beneficiaries

• Main Beneficiary: Amesbury High School Boosters

🌦️ Weather Policy

• Conditions: Races held in any weather unless dangerous.
• Refund Policy: No refunds for cancellations.
• Risk: Athletes accept risks for entry fees and amenities.

📧 Questions

• Email: info@:high5em.com

🛍️ Learn More

• Website: www.EnjoyYourLifeBrand.com
• Follow: @EnjoyYourLifeBrand

🌐 Race Registration

• Sign Up: Register here