What is the Gay Head 10K Road Race?

This 10K (6.2 miles) race is held each year to support the restoration of the recently relocated Gay Head Lighthouse in Aquinnah, MA. Run from under the famed lighthouse’s beam, down State Road through lovely, rolling hills, to Moshup Trail, along the scenic, dune-filled coast, and back to the lighthouse.

And be sure to stick around after you run for the Award Ceremony and our famous After the Race Feast, with delicious food supplied by local Aquinnah merchants! In addition, all runners are invited to tour the lighthouse for free on the day of the race.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When and where is packet pick-up?

2023 BIB PICKUP OPTIONS:

SATURDAY, Sep. 30 from 4-5 PM
in EDGARTOWN outside Town Hall (if raining, inside the lululemon store)

SUNDAY, Oct. 1 from 9-10 AM
in AQUINNAH at the tent in the Aquinnah Circle

Is registration available on race day?

You can register in person at either Bib Pickup location. Please bring cash or check in the amount of $45 to register in person.

I cannot participate in the race for which I am registered. Can I get a refund?

Gay Head 10k registration fees are nonrefundable.

Can I transfer my bib number?

Gay Head 10K does not allow for bib transfers.

What happens if the weather is bad on race day?

The race will be held rain or shine, unless race officials determine conditions are unsafe. Visit gayheadlight.org for announcements in case of potentially unsafe race conditions. If necessary, an email announcing cancellation will be sent to registrants.

What time should I arrive on race day?

Arrive for the race about 9:30am, which is one hour in advance of the race start time. This will give you plenty of time to find the start line, use the bathroom one last time and put all your belongings in a secure location. Find your place behind the start line about 15 minutes before the start.

Is gear check available?

Gear check will be available at the runners’ tent in the Gay Head Circle. All bags are subject to search for security purposes.

How many aid stations will be on the course?

Water stations will be located every 2 miles.

Where will results be posted?

Results will be posted on runsignup.com.

Can I go into the lighthouse?

Yes! All runners are invited to tour the lighthouse for free on the day of the race.

Who do I contact if my question is not answered here?

Please email us at gayhead10k@gayheadlight.org. We’ll do our best to respond to your question as soon as possible.