REGISTRATION INFO

HMF Events are professionally organized to provide safe, well-supported races including medical personnel and safety services. In addition, registered participants will receive the following swag and race perks:

  • Short sleeve technical shirt
    • Breathable and super soft tri-blend fabric. 46% Poly, 27% Cotton, 27% Rayon. Size chart
    • Register by April 19, 2026 to guarantee size, first come first serve after this date.
  • Custom designed finisher medal
  • Fresh, hot bRUNch from Flanders Fish Market, and grab & go snacks featuring Uncle Crumbles granola and LesserEvil popcorn
  • Course amenities as detailed on the 10K race page and Half Marathon race page
  • For HMF Milestone members:
    • Free birthday gift for participants or volunteers with May birthday
    • HMF Milestone+ members may also redeem their free Mail My Packet service credit at this event ($22 value, must be reserved by Sunday, April 26, 2026)

FEES & REGISTRATION POLICIES

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 or up to five days after a registration has been completed within your participant account. 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 up to 7 days before race day.

For Refund, Deferral and Race Distance/Category Change policies please click here.

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

PACKET PICKUP

Online registration remains open until 30 minutes before race start (or race sells out). Register online and speed up bib pickup by downloading your Check-in Pass from your participant account to your phone before you get in line.

In-person registration is available at packet pickup if the race is not at capacity. Credit Cards and Apple Pay accepted for race registration and event merchandise. No cash.
 

  • Thursday Before Race: 4:00 to 6:00 PM – Goodwin University Lobby, One Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT
    • Enter via the main entrance and continue past the front desk to reach the lobby
  • Day Before Race: 3:00 to 5:00 PM – Kelley’s Pace in Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT
  • Race Day: 5:30 to 6:30 AM – Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT

Can’t make packet pickup? Mail My Packet option is available, see below.

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.

SPRING SHORELINE CHALLENGE

Note: The Mystic Half Marathon & 10K are sold out. Mystic registrants interested in joining the Spring Shoreline Challenge, simply register for the other events individually. In a twist on the popular race series, the Spring Shoreline Challenge explores three beautiful race courses in participants’ distance of choice through the spring! These scenic courses all feature picturesque water views to fuel participants, with a commemorative medal awaiting after the third finish.

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

ENHANCEMENTS & ADD-ONs

MAIL MY PACKET

For the convenience of runners who plan to come to Mystic on race day only, the mail packet option is available during online registration for $22 per packet. Mail My Packet can be added later in your Participant Account. Address changes can also be made in your Participant Account. Mail My Packet must be reserved with an updated address by Sunday, April 26, 2026. 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 Sunday, March 29, 2026. Please note, your bib will be available for pickup at the race packet pickup(s).

HMF MILESTONE MEMBERSHIP PERKS

NEW in 2026! Join the free HMF Milestone membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, access to member-only wait lists for sold out events and personalized bibs at select events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). DETAILS

ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS

RACE PHOTOS:
FinisherPix is the official photographer at the Mystic Half Marathon & 10K. 24-48h after the race, view and order personal race photos. Save money by pre-ordering a photo package during the registration process or after registration through your Participant Account HERE.

PERSONALIZED MEDAL:
An iTAB lets you personalize your race medal with your name and finish time. The special, personalized plate slides onto your finisher medal’s ribbon. It helps you remember your race day for years to come. More Information

EVENT MERCHANDISE

Short sleeve training shirt! Lightweight, roomy, highly breathable and moisture-wicking in unisex and women’s sizing can be purchased during online registration and in the HMF Shop. Custom quarter zips, sweatshirts, adult and youth tees are available in the HMF Shop.

OUR RACE IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROSITY OF THESE PARTNERS

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