REGISTRATION INFO

Below information pertains to the in-person half marathon, relay & 5K races ONLY:

WHAT YOU GET

  • High quality short sleeve technical shirt
    • Register by August 13, 2024 to guarantee shirt size, first come first serve after this date.
  • Exclusive custom finisher’s medal
  • Delicious clam chowder and Grab & Go snacks featuring Bakery On Main and LesserEvil
  • Complimentary ice-cold beer from Grey Sail Brewing (21+ w/ID only)

SHORELINE CHALLENGE

Soak in scenic shoreline runs with a combo of the best coastal races around! Register for your distance of choice at each of the following three events to be rewarded with the Shoreline Challenge medal upon completion in September:

Registration can be done for the three separate events/distances of choice within any one of these event registration processes. If already registered for one or two events, simply register for the second or third and you’ll automatically be added to the Challenge. Streamline the registration process by Registering Here

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

DEADLINES & CAPACITY

Online registration remains open until 30 minutes before race start (or race sells out).
In-person registration is available at packet pickup.
Click here to download forms and waivers.

FEES

Register early to save and guarantee your spot in the race! Current registration pricing HERE.

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

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 Before Race: 4:00 to 6:00 PM – Goodwin University, Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT

  • Near the intersection of Riverside Drive & Ensign Street

Day Before Race: 3:00 – 5:00 PM, Grey Sail Brewing, 63 Canal Street, Westerly, RI
Race Day: 6:00 – 7:00 AM, Misquamicut State Beach, 257 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly, RI

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.

RUN FOR GOOD

logo_HMF_canHMF CAN: Please help give back to the local community. Donate nonperishable food in the HMF Can tent near Packet Pickup to benefit Jonnycake Center of Westerly. Jonnycake Center provides food, clothing, educational and financial assistance to those in need in the Westerly-Chariho area. HMF Can is supported by Stop & Shop to help alleviate food insecurity in communities.

The charity beneficiary of this event is HMF’s Susie Beris, MD Youth Running Program. Consider making a donation during registration or directly, LEARN MORE

EVENT MERCHANDISE

New! 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, tees also are available in the HMF Shop.

ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS FOR PURCHASE

MAIL MY PACKET:
For the convenience of runners who plan to come to Westerly on race day only, the mail my packet option is available during online registration for $20 per packet and must be reserved by Sunday, August 18, 2024. To add Mail My Packet separate from online registration, click here to access your Participant Account.

  • Please note – race bib and technical race shirt will be included in mailing.

Please update address changes in your Participant Account by August 18, 2024 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 Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Please note, your bib will be available for pickup at the race packet pickup(s).

* Note: not available for 2-Person Relay Division

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 $27 by July 16, 2024. To add Mail My Packet with Personalized Bib separate from online registration, click here to access your Participant Account.

ITAB PERSONALIZED MEDAL PLATE:
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

RACE PHOTOS:
FinisherPix is the official photographer at the Surftown Half & 5K presented by Westerly Hospital. 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.

PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS

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

At least 12 years of age on race day to enter the Half Marathon (virtual or in-person) or 2-Person Relay.

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

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”.

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

     
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