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
    • Register by July 15, 2025 to guarantee shirt size, first come first serve after this date
    • 100% Microfiber Polyester, Breathable, Fast Dry, and UPF Sun Protection 30+. Size Chart
  • Custom designed finisher medal
  • Delicious food options and grab & go snacks featuring Uncle Crumbles and LesserEvil
  • Course amenities as detailed on the Race page

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.
 

To safely accommodate all participants, this race will be capped. First come, first served. Notice will be posted as capacity nears.

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 closes on Tuesday, August 5 at 10:00 AM. In-person registration is available at packet pickup locations until the event sells out.

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

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

  • Thursday Before Race: 4:00 to 6:00 PM – Goodwin University Community Room, One Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT
    • The Community Room is located to the right side of the entrance to the main building
  • Saturday Before Race: 3:00 – 5:00 PM, Niantic Bay Bicycles, 8 Methodist Street, Niantic, CT
  • Race Day: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, McCook Beach, Niantic, CT

Every participant must:

  • Present a valid photo ID and their USAT membership card (if applicable) at Packet Pickup. Due to USAT restrictions, no one may pick up another person’s race packet.
  • Sign a USAT waiver on site. Save yourself some time at Packet Pickup and bring the USAT waiver already signed.

ENHANCEMENTS & ADD-ONs

ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS

TRAINING:
Runna is the Training App Partner of the Hartford Marathon Foundation. Enjoy tailored expert training plans designed to help you cross the finish line with confidence! Use code HMF25 when signing up! More Information.
 

RACE PHOTOS:
FinisherPix is the official photographer at the Niantic Bay Triathlon. 24-48h after the race, you can view and order your personal race photos. Save money by pre-ordering your photos during the registration process or after you’ve registered through your Participant Account, click here to access.

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

  • OUR RACE IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE GENEROSITY OF THESE PARTNERS

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