SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2023EVERSOURCE HARTFORD MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, TEAM 26.2 RELAY & CHARITY 5K

Start Times

REGISTRATION INFO

DEADLINES & CAPACITY

Online registration closes on October 13, 2023 at 5:00 PM.
In-person registration is available at packet pickup.
There is NO packet pickup or registration on Race Day

HMF CHALLENGES

Challenge yourself! Both the Half Marathon and Marathon are part of a unique HMF Challenge that can earn participants an exclusive Challenge Medal. For more details on each experience and how to register, click the links below.

Registration for any of the challenges can be done by simply registering individually for each event/distance in the challenge.

* Both the in-person and virtual race options are eligible for the Challenge.

FEES

Register early to save and guarantee your spot in the race! For current registration pricing, click on the REGISTER NOW button above.

Refund Protection available for purchase at the time of registration only. Registrants may also defer entry for credit to a future HMF event (no later than 14 days before race date) or transfer registration directly to another participant. Read the details on updated policies HERE

*Refund Protection is unavailable with challenge bundle registration. To purchase this protection, register individually for each event.

HMF virtual events give participants the flexibility to participate when and where it is convenient. As such, there are no refunds and no deferments for virtual events. For complete details on HMF deferments/transfers and all policies, click here.

PACKET PICKUP

All participants must show a Photo ID to pick up race packets (parent/guardian of minors must show ID).

Show your Check-in Pass at packet pickup to speed up the process. Download your Check-in Pass onto your phone within your participant account.

Credit Cards and Apple Pay accepted for race day race registration and event merchandise. No cash.

Thursday, October 12: 4:00PM to 7:00PM – HMF Packet Pick-up Expo, XL Center, Hartford, CT

Friday, October 13: 11:00AM to 7:00PM (registration & packet pickup open until 9:00PM) – HMF Packet Pick-up Expo, XL Center, Hartford, CT

Click here for more details about the HMF Packet Pick-up Expo and Packet Pickup.

NO Race Day Registration or Bib Pickup

Note: To designate someone to pick up another runner’s race packet, designee must bring or show a copy of this signed waiver/permission slip. Photocopies or phone pictures of the form will be accepted.

RELAY TEAM PACKET PICKUP

One Relay Team member may pick up race packets for the entire group with a signed waiver/permission slip (permission slip is included at the bottom of the Running Event Waiver). The team is responsible for distributing bibs to each member and ensuring the runner crossing the finish line is wearing the timing chip.

PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS

At least 16 years of age on race day to enter the Marathon (virtual or in-person).

At least 12 years of age on race day to enter the Half Marathon (virtual or in-person) or Team 26.2 Relay.

At least 5 years of age on race day to enter the Charity 5K (virtual or in-person).

All participants (parent/guardian if minor) must sign a Hartford Marathon Foundation waiver form and show a Photo ID to pick up race packet.

ELITE PROGRAM DETAILS

Two elite programs are available for athletes of the Eversource Hartford Marathon & Half Marathon:

  • New England’s Finest (NEF) Program recognizes talented runners from New England/New York and provides exclusive prize money, accommodations, companion perks, pre- & post-race hospitality and activities throughout the weekend. DETAILS/APPLY
  • Eversource Hartford Marathon Elite Program is available for runners who live outside New England/New York, and includes complimentary entry into the event. DETAILS/APPLY

To apply to be in the New England’s Finest or Elite Program, runners must achieve the following finish times between October 2021 and July 2023.

Marathon (Open): Men 2:29, Women 2:54
Half Marathon (Open): Men 1:09, Women 1:19

Marathon (Masters): Men 2:39, Women 3:04
Half Marathon (Masters): Men 1:14, Women 1:24

REGISTRATION HELP

For online registration assistance or to confirm your registration, please click here.

EMERGENCY TEXTING SERVICE

HMF has emergency texting services in place to be used ONLY in situations such as event delays, cancellations or other emergencies. If we have last-minute event changes, we will text pertinent instructions/updates. NOTE: We never use this information for marketing or solicitation.

Confirm you elected to receive emergency text messages in your haku profile. Once logged into your account, select “Your Events” and check the box “I Want To Get Event Updates Via Text”.

SWAG/PERKS

RACE SWAG

  • High quality technical race shirt – register by September 19, 2023 to guarantee shirt size, first come first serve after this date
    • Long sleeve technical shirt in 100% polyester moisture wicking fabric for all marathon, half marathon, and Team 26.2 Relay participants (size chart)
    • Short sleeve technical shirt in 100% polyester moisture wicking fabric for all Charity 5K participants (size chart)
  • Commemorative finisher medal
  • Reusable custom designed water bottle (distributed in the finish chute)
  • Heat wrap to all Marathon and Half Marathon participants
  • Abundant fresh and prepared food options
  • Ice cold beer and hard cider in the Mile 27 Beer Garden (one free beer to all finishers 21+ with valid ID)
  • A free FinisherPix professional keepsake photo download from the event for Marathon and Half Marathon participants. Discounted photo packages are also available to pre-order before race day through these links: Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K

EVENT MERCHANDISE

  • Technical Training Shirts in short sleeve, long sleeve and tank top styles. Order in race registration and the HMF Shop.

MAIL MY PACKET

There is NO race day registration or packet pickup. The deadline for packet mailing was Sunday, September 10, 2023 and is now closed. No new packets can be added.

Please update address changes in your Participant Account by September 10, 2023 to avoid difficulty receiving race packet by mail. To access your Participant Account, click here.

PERSONALIZED BIB

Have your first name printed on your race bib by purchasing the Personalized Bib product available during registration for $10. This must be purchased by Monday, August 14, 2023. Please note, your bib will be available for pickup at the race packet pickup(s).

MAIL MY PACKET & PERSONALIZED BIB

Do you want to have your race packet mailed to you along with a personalized race bib with your first name on it? Purchase the Mail My Packet with Personalized bib product available during registration for $25 by August 14, 2023. To add Mail My Packet with Personalized Bib separate from online registration, click here to access your Participant Account.

PRE PERKS

Treat Yourself! Enjoy PRE Perks and let HMF take care of everything before the race (available for purchase for all registered participants and their guests) including:

  • VIP pre-race heated, indoor space! Steps away from race start with breakfast snacks, hot and cold beverages and access to real bathrooms
  • Race packet and shirt mailed. Sign up for PRE Perks by September 10, 2023 to avoid pre-race pickup. (HMF will refund $20 of PRE Perks package for those who previously purchased Mail My Packet)
  • Race Day VIP parking, closest available to the start/finish line
  • Personal baggage check. Wear warmups until just before the race starts – then hand gear to PRE Perks staff, who will check them and have it available at the end of the finish chutes
  • Personalized race bib! Sign up for PRE Perks by August 14, 2023
  • Registered participants can purchase a Pre Perks ticket for their guests. $25 each – a 50% discount. Guests will have use of the indoor space on race morning and can enjoy snacks and beverages prior to the race start.

$50 for registered participants.

$25 for guests.

PRE Perks can be purchased at the HMF Packet Pick-up Expo. Stop at the Registration Solutions Desk for more information.

50 STATERS

HMF pays special tribute to Full Marathon runners completing their “50th State” at the Eversource Hartford Marathon with a keepsake to commemorate this amazing accomplishment. Send an email to registration@hartfordmarathon.com no later than September 5, 2023 to submit names for this recognition.

Half Marathon runners completing their “50th State” can purchase a personalized plaque. Order in the HMF Shop.