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Harpoon 5-Miler

Saturday, May 16, 2026
Harpoon Brewery, South Boston

Course, Safety & On-Course

What is the terrain like on the course?

Harpoon 5-Miler is known to be a fast and flat course in the beautiful Seaport District in Boston. Street roads are paved and it hits a total elevation gain of 32ft.

Are hydration stations available on the course?

There will be two hydration stations on the course at 1.6 miles and 3.4 miles.

Are there pacers?

There are no pacers. Run with your friends and make new ones!

Are there any restrooms along the course?

There are not any restrooms along the course, however there are many Portapottys at Harpoon Brewery which can be accessed before and after the race.

Are there any medical tents or medical support available on race day?

There is a medical aid station located at Harpoon Brewery for any medical support that is needed for participants.

Does the race use chip timing?

Yes, the Harpoon 5-Miler uses chip timing to collect start and finish times for the race.

Will there be photographers on the course?

There will be a photographer on the course that will be taking photos of the whole event! Photos will be released in batches after the event.

Will there be live tracking of the event for spectators?

There is no live runner tracking for the Harpoon 5-Miler.

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