Hill to Harbor 5K & 10K Road Race
Sunday, May 17, 2026 | Race Starts 9:00 AM
Run for a Reason: Your Support Makes the Difference
Run for a reason. The Y is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to our programming and services, from life-saving swim safety to youth development and childcare. We reinvest millions of dollars each year in financial assistance and scholarships, supporting thousands of families and individuals in the 25 communities we serve.
Your registration supports this essential mission, ensuring we can continue to help those in our community who need the Y most. Your commitment directly strengthens the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA and the neighbors we serve every day.
Get your running shoes ready! Join us on May 17th to traverse the iconic hills and scenic shoreline of Marblehead. It’s more than a race—it’s a chance to challenge yourself on a beautiful course and finish strong at the Y in support of a life-changing mission. We can’t wait to see you at the starting line!
Race Map
Go the Extra Mile: Our Fundraising Levels
Join our mission to provide financial assistance by reaching one of our meaningful fundraising levels! Every dollar you raise supports vital Y programs in our community.
The Starting Line: Registration Level. Simply signing up supports our cause and starts the transformation!
Causeway Cruiser: Raise a total of $50.
Harbor Master: Raise a total of $100.
Hill Hero: Raise a total of $250 or more to become one of our top champions!
Race Day Details
Race Start Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA, 40 Leggs Hill Road, Marblehead, MA, USA
Course Details: This course is stroller and dog friendly (well-behaved dogs only).
Refund Policy: All sales are final, no refunds will be offered.
Timing: Timing Provided by Bay State Race Services
Swag: Tee Shirt (unisex crew neck) first come first served while supplies last. Shirts must be picked up by the start of the race.
Parking: Free on-site parking at the Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA.
Friday Pick-up: Friday, May 15th 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Lynch Van Otterloo YMCA 40 Leggs Hill Road, Marblehead.
Race Day Pick-up: Begins at 7:30 AM at the Lynch Van Otterloo YMCA
Results, Awards & Celebration
- Results: Posted at the finish line and emailed to participants post-race.
Overall Winners: Medals for 1st Place Male & Female.
Age Groups: Medals for Top 3 Male & Female: 13 & under, 14–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70+.
Open Categories: Medals for Top 3 Non-binary and Top 3 Wheelchair finishers.
Local Honors: Special prizes for the 1st Place Male & Female Marblehead residents.
Quick Links & Resources
Discover Marblehead:
Your guide to the local business community; find the best places to shop, dine, and stay in the region.
Marblehead Chamber of Commerce
YMCA Member Resources:
Our Y welcomes ALL. We strengthen communities, educate and nurture children, and promote healthy living in spirit, mind, and body.
Upcoming YMCA Races and Community Events:
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Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Wheelchair
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Register for Wheelchair$44.79Jan 1 - May 17
Adult 5K
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Register for Adult 5K$44.79Jan 1 - May 17
13 & Under 5K
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Register for 13 & Under 5K$18.04Jan 1 - May 17
10K Adult
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Register for 10K Adult$50.14Jan 1 - May 17
10K Child
13 and under
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Register for 10K Child$18.04Jan 1 - May 17
60 Days to My 5K Access code only
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Jan 1 - May 17
FRIEND SPONSOR
2 complimentary registrations per race-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runners- Logo on all publicity- Recognition by race announcer throughout race- Logo on race shirts-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for FRIEND SPONSOR$269.47Jan 1 - May 17
SUPPORT SPONSOR
4 complimentary registrations per race-Recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runner-Logo on all publicity-Provide own banner if desired-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Table on race day-Logo on race shirts-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for SUPPORT SPONSOR$536.94Jan 1 - May 17
LEAD SPONSOR
6 complimentary registrations per race-recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails- recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runners-Preferred logo placement on all publicity-Provide own banner if desired-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Table on race day-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for LEAD SPONSOR$1,071.89Jan 1 - May 17
TITLE SPONSOR
10 Complimentary registrations per race-Recognition of sponsor in all race promotion, runner, recruitment, and confirmation emails-Recognition in one pre race and one post race email blast to runner-Priority logo placement on all publicity-Exclusive title sponsor flag at finish line (provided by YMCA)-Logo on start/finish flap (provided by YMCA)-Provide own banner if desired-Invitation to announce start of race-Recognition by race announcer throughout race-Exclusive table in proximity to registration table-Priority logo placement on race shirts-Volunteer opportunities for staff
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Register for TITLE SPONSOR$3,211.69Jan 1 - May 17
YNSSTAFF Access code only
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Jan 1 - May 17
Packet Pick-Up Info
Shirt & Bib Pick up: Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA 40 Leggs Hill Road. Friday, May 16th 12:00pm-6:00pm and Sunday, May 18th beginning at 7:30am.
Event schedule
- Sun, May 17, 2026 9:00 AM - 5K & 10K Road Race
Contact information
- Event contact
- Carol A. Meyer, YMCA of the North Shore
- Phone
- 978-564-3468
