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!

Support the Community

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!

Race Details

• Date and Time: Saturday, June 20th - 7:30 am for the 1-mile fun run, 7:45 for the 10k, and 8:05 for the 5k.
• Start Locations: Both the 5k and 10k kick off just past the Post Office on Smith St.
• 5k Route: Runners will dash down Atlantic Avenue to Seaview, make a right onto Humphrey Street, and finish at Marblehead High School.
• 10k Route: Start at the Post Office, take a scenic loop around the Neck, and finish strong at the High School.

1-Mile Fun Run

The 1-mile loop starts at the Post Office and loops onto Atlantic, the rail-trail, and around the high school.

Virtual Races

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

Awards and Merchandise

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

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 under 10 run for free!

Additional Info

Psst... Pick up your bib early! Marathon Sports is graciously hosting our race team Friday, June 19, from 4-7.

Psst, Psst: Interested in becoming a sponsor or donating prizes for our winners? Please reach out to our race chairs. We have many levels of sponsorship and would love to have you join us!

Get Ready!

Get pumped, get registered, and get ready to run your artsy hearts out! For more information, visit the race page.