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4.6

(93)

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South Shore Half Marathon & 5K

Name: South Shore Half Marathon & 5K
Start: 2025-11-02
End: 2025-11-02
Location: Norwell, USA
Rating: 4.55

Location

Norwell, USA

2 Entry Options

Half Marathon

Rating Highlights

4.86 /5

Event Safety

4.69 /5

Event Logistics

4.69 /5

Supporting Staff

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.55

2025 Average

2.50

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.63

Event Logistics

4.69

Supporting Staff

4.69

Event Safety

4.86

Course Navigation

4.59

Course Congestion

4.48

Aid Stations

4.65

Swag

4.37

Sustainability

4.26

Facilities

4.32

Finish Area

4.48

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Challenging

41% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

70% of reviews

Location

Urban & Nature Mix

51% of reviews

Running

Undulating - Mixed

61% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Bronze Award - 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Where does South Shore Half Marathon & 5K take place?

South Shore Half Marathon & 5K takes place in Norwell, USA.

What distances does South Shore Half Marathon & 5K offer?

Entry options include: 5K, Half Marathon.

How is South Shore Half Marathon & 5K rated by runners?

South Shore Half Marathon & 5K has an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 from 93 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is South Shore Half Marathon & 5K like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Challenging (41% of reviews), Small & Intimate (70% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (51% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (61% of reviews).

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4.6

(93)

Stephen B.

2.6

· 2025 Half Marathon ·

This was the worst course management I’ve ever encountered. Not only was it incredibly unsafe, it was severely logistically mismanaged. Parking was an absolute nightmare, pedestrians everywhere and one way in and out?! Just horrible. Zero first aid or first responders on site. No bathrooms on the course. No hot food, no beer, no Gatorade. No place to spectate. Just a terribly organized race; oh and it started 45 minutes late.

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Kelly A.

2.5

· 2025 Half Marathon ·

This was an extremely poorly planned event. A huge disappointment for many. Especially those of us that run this every year. Worst SS 1/2 marathon yet. 45min delay of the races because clearly no one thought out the detrimental impact starting and finishing the race in the parking area would have. The race organizers should have been able to predict the catastrophe that was. There was only water at the aid stations. The aid stations were well run and the volunteers were super supportive and cheerful. Other than the start/finish area, there were zero porta potties on the race course. The finish line festivities were non- existent. Likely because eveyone just wanted to get out of there which was to be another daunting task. The snacks provided were minimal, bananas, oranges, fruit snacks and chip assortment. Cars were lined back up again to leave (and permitted to leave) while 1/2 marathoners were finishing up. It was dangerous. The volunteers, the medals and the socks are the only redeeming qualities of this disappointment of a "race" today.

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Beth F.

2.6

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

The loop that was meant to be run twice was not clearly marked at all, and the volunteers at the water stops knew nothing about the course. There was plenty of parking, which was much improved from previous years. Luckily a kind police officer informed me that the area I parked in would be blocked until the last runner finished the race, otherwise I would’ve been stuck there. It should not have been accessible If it was eventually going to be blocked off. A lot of runners were confused and moving their cars at the same time.

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Brian C.

4.6

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

Great race! I could see how more novice runners may not like looping the big hill twice - them and the PR chasers. I enjoyed the challenge, the course and the race overall. Short walk to the bar was tops too! I wore the shirt for year 1 to run this year. I wear all the running swag from over the years to train (have run like 6). I all but live in the grey hoodie with race logo and winter hat. This year’s orange with massive letters and odd quote never even made it home. Really bad. Oh well, one bad swag year - I still wear all the rest. Cheers!

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Stacey G.

5.0

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

South shore was my first marathon. I am a new runner and I thought it was awesome! Everyone was super nice and the course was well marked!

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Zachary L.

4.7

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

Amazing course and support, everything was top-notch. Can’t wait to race again next year!

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Genivaldo J.

4.6

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

The course was perfectly marked, and the entire event was flawlessly managed. Highly recommended!

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Jason S.

4.9

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

Fantastic experience. Can’t wait for next year

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Scott W.

5.0

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

This is a fun New England Half. It has some rolling hills which keeps it interesting. The swag was great and aid stations were plentiful and well staffed. Also since you do the loop twice the local support seemed good throughout.

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James M.

5.0

· 2024 Half Marathon ·

The event was very well organized and safe, no problems with traffic. The only congestion was at the start which is to be expected. Parking was great in the large mall area as was the post run beer, which was inside. Great run will definitely consider running in 2025!

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South Shore Half Marathon & 5K