John & Jessie Kelley Half Marathon

The John & Jessie Kelley Half Marathon, Connecticut's oldest shoreline road race, takes place at Ocean Beach Park in New London, CT. This well-supported half marathon features a scenic course with panoramic views of Long Island Sound and rural roads through New London and Waterford. The race starts and finishes at the beautiful Ocean Beach Park, which boasts a 3/4 mile sugar sand beach and boardwalk.

The event offers Mylaps chip timing, awards across all age divisions, team competition, and post-race amenities including the famous Port and Starboard clam chowder, ice-cold Coca-Cola products, live music, physical therapy, a large raffle, and finisher medals. Participants are encouraged to bring food donations for the local food center. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.