Event Details

Can't make it to Packet Pick-Up and missed the opportunity to purchase packet mailing? No problem! We now are offering a Will Call option which will allow you to pick up your race bib and goodie bag on Race Day for $30.00. This fee is per registration not per order. You can add Will Call to your Let's Do This registration by following these instructions.

To make this a smooth event for everyone, we strongly encourage runners to be prepared to be parked on race-day between 6:00 AM - 6:30 AM. All traffic into the beach area from the north, west, and south will be completely shut off at 7:45AM. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. This is mandated by the Hampton Beach Police Department.

Several parking lots are available within walking distance of the event. All parking is pay and display. Volunteers will help guide you to available parking. Use the interactive map below to view all parking locations.

Please do not park on the eastside (northbound) of Ocean Blvd since you will not be able to easily leave at any point during the race.

The Hampton Beach Police Department would like to remind all runners that parking at Hampton Beach State Park on race day is not only a viable parking option, but utilizing it will greatly reduce cars in congested streets in the Hampton Beach area on Sunday morning. Please consider this option when making your parking plan.

Spectators and Hampton residents: Due to the size of this race, some roads will be closed to traffic. Please take note of the following road closures on Sunday morning:

7:45 to 9:15 — The Beach District
8:10 to 9:10 — The Hampton Harbor Bridge
8:30 to 11:00 — Ocean Blvd from the Beach District to North Shore
8:40 to 10:20 — North Shore from Ocean to Cusack
8:45 to 10:00 — Seaview Ave
8:55 to 10:15 — Cusack (From North Shore to Seaview)
8:30 to 10:30 — Huckleberry – (East side only)
9:00 to 11:30 — Ocean Blvd North Bound lanes (from Huckleberry to Hampton Beach)

Notification signs will be placed along the course during the week leading up to the event. Detours will be set up around a few key areas. In particular, Route 1A at Atlantic Road will have a detour to Route 1 using Atlantic to Winnacunnet Road. Please arrange your travel plans accordingly. For example, if you live on a street scheduled to be closed but need to drive early on Sunday morning, park your car on a non-closed street on Saturday night so you’ll be able to easily drive out.

If you have questions about road closures, please email [email protected].

Yes, There will be a gear check tent near the packet pick-up area and you must return there to pick up your bag after the race. Articles of clothing that are left unclaimed after the race will be donated to a local homeless shelter. Ventures Endurance is not liable for any losses or theft that may occur. Please be sure to pick up your bag by noon.

Pacers will be provided and will be as follows (hrs): 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 2:40, 2:50, and 3:00.

If you’ve achieved an exceptionally low finish time at a marathon or half marathon in the past 18 months, we have a perk for you! Elite runners who meet the qualifying standards below are eligible for a fully comped entry to this year’s race! To apply for a fully comped entry as an elite athlete, please click the apply today bottom below to submit your application!

Male Elite Runner Corral Qualifying Times
Marathon – 2:27
Half Marathon – 1:11

Female Elite Runner Corral Qualifying Times
Marathon – 2:59
Half Marathon – 1:25

Standards for both the marathon and half marathon must have been run within 18 months of the race to qualify. Athletes applying for elite complimentary entry will not be included in the Age Group results or awards. They will be categorized in the overall Elite results only.

Applications must be submitted no later than 30 days prior to the event. Late entries will not be accommodated. An elite complimentary entry is non-transferable and only applies to the Half Marathon and Marathon distances. Other distances do not qualify.

2026 Applications are closed.

This year’s Smuttynose Rockfest Half Marathon & 5K is even better with our NEW overall and age group awards! If you have any questions about awards, check out our FAQs!!

Overall Awards

Overall awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in the Half Marathon and 5K. Winners will be announced at the Post Race Party at the DJ Stage and will receive an exclusive award onsite. Overall winners will also receive the below prize pack:

Marathon & Half Marathon Overall:

1st Place - $500 + Exclusive award onsite + free entry into next year’s event

2nd Place - $250 + Exclusive award onsite + 75% off entry into next year’s event

3rd Place - $125 + Exclusive award onsite + 50% off entry into next year’s event

5K & 10K Overall:

1st Place - $250 + Exclusive award onsite + free entry into next year’s event

2nd Place - $150 + Exclusive award onsite + 75% off entry into next year’s event

3rd Place - $100 + Exclusive award onsite + 50% off entry into next year’s event

Age Group Awards

Age group awards will be given to the top three male and female winners in the following age groups for the 5K and Half Marathon: 19 & Under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+ (The 5K will also have its own division of 9 and under). Age group awards will be mailed out 4-6 weeks after the event.

1st Place - Exclusive award + free entry into next year’s event

2nd Place - Exclusive award + 75% off entry into next year’s event

3rd Place - Exclusive award + 50% off entry into next year’s event

Wheelchair Division

Awards will be presented to the top three male and female wheelchair finishers in each distance. See more information on participating in the Wheelchair Division.