Marblehead Festival of Arts Road Races

Race Overview

Get ready to lace up those running shoes because it's time for the annual MFoA 5k, 10k, and 1-mile fun run!

When you register for our MFoA races, your fee doesn't just cover the run, it also supports the fundraising efforts of the festival and arts scholarships in our community!

Event Details

• Date: June 1, 2026
• Location: Marblehead High School, Marblehead, MA
• Start Times:
  • 1-mile fun run: 7:30 am
  • 10k: 7:45 am
  • 5k: 8:05 am
• Race Course:
  • 5k starts at Post Office, down Atlantic Avenue to Seaview, ending at Marblehead High School.
  • 10k also starts at Post Office, takes a scenic loop around the Neck, finishing at the High School.
  • 1-mile loop starts at Post Office, loops onto Atlantic, the rail-trail, and around the high school.

Virtual Participation

Can't make it in person? Sign up for one of our virtual races!

Awards and Registrations

• Awards: 1st and 2nd place finishers in each age division for the 5k and 10k receive awards.
• 1-mile Fun Run: All runners 10 and under who complete will receive awards.
• T-shirts: Runners registered by June 1 will receive a performance-wicking race t-shirt.
• Festival Store: The Festival of Arts logo store will be on-site with festival shirts, gear, and glassware available for purchase.

Registration Fees

Here's the scoop on registration fees:

• Early Bird (before May 17th):
• $15 for the 1-mile
• $35 for the 5k
• $40 for the 10k
• Regular Registration (after June 6th):
• $20 for the 1-mile
• $40 for the 5k
• $45 for the 10k
• Day of the Race:
• $25 for the 1-mile
• $45 for the 5k
• $50 for the 10k
• Younger Runners: There’s no registration fee for runners under 10!

Additional Information

Psst... If you're eager to get your race bib early, Marathon Sports will be hosting this year. Details coming soon!

Get pumped, get registered, and get ready to run your artsy hearts out!

For more information, visit Marblehead Festival of Arts Races.