Steam Train Half Marathon & Relay

Race Against the Train

The Steam Train Half Marathon and 2-person relay is the only road race in the country where runners try to outrun a century-old Steam Train. Friends and family members board the train at the start and leave the station as the race begins. They will cheer on runners as they head to Deep River Landing, before both train and runners return to the station for the finish line. Who will get there first?

Proceeds will benefit Community Health Resources (CHR), an essential behavioral healthcare provider, and support three local nonprofits: the Essex Public Library in Essex, the Deep River Fire Department, and The Nest Coffee House / A Little Compassion Inc.

Race Information

Day of Race Packet Pick-Up: Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Essex Steam Train starting at 8:00 AM.

All runners receive a package of great swag! Runners who complete the half marathon or relay in less than 2 hours and 20 minutes will receive a commemorative train whistle.

Race Day Schedule

• 8:00 AM: Day-of check-in begins
• 9:45 AM: Relay second-leg runners board train; First-leg runners line up at the starting line
• 10:00 AM: Race kicks off and train leaves Essex Steam Train
• 10:20 AM: Train stops briefly at Deep River Landing to drop off second set of relay runners
• 12:30 PM: Awards Ceremony

Registration

Prices:

• Early Bird Special: From September 1st to September 30th, 2024: $65 Half Marathon, $55 2-person Relay (per runner)
• From October 1st 2024 to February 28th, 2025: $75 Half Marathon, $65 2-person Relay (per runner)
• From March 1st through March 30th, 2025: $85 Half Marathon, $75 2-person Relay (per runner)

Courses

• Steam Train Half Marathon: 21,095 meters (13.1 Miles)
• Steam Train two-person Relay: Leg #1 - 8 Miles, Leg #2 - 5.1 Miles
• Steam Train Virtual Half Marathon: 21,095 meters (13.1 Miles)

After-Party

After-party at Surfridge Brewing Company, with food, refreshments, and live music! Time: Doors open at 12 PM.

For more information, contact Eliza Patterson, Development and Communications Manager of CHR at [email protected].