Ipswich Family YMCA Run For The Pies
About the race
The Ipswich Family YMCA Run For The Pies is a family-friendly community race held in Ipswich on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
The Y is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to our programming and services, from life-saving swim safety to youth development and childcare. Your registration supports this essential mission, ensuring we can continue to help those in our community who need the Y most.
This family-friendly course is a beloved local tradition that brings the community together for a great cause. Supporters line the route and the finish line is full of community spirit.
Race day start times and location
1.2 Mile Race Start Time: 8:10 AM
2.8 Mile Race Start Time: 8:20 AM
Location: Ipswich Town Hall, Green Street, Ipswich, MA
Parking: Free parking at the Ipswich Town Hall and the nearby MBTA Commuter Rail lot.
Registration and bib pick-up
- Online deadline: Closes Wednesday, Nov 26th at 5:00 PM.
- Early pick-up: Ipswich Family YMCA (110 County Road). Tuesday 12–6 PM, Wednesday 12–5 PM.
- Race day: 7:00–8:00 AM at the Town Hall lot. Cash, credit, and checks accepted.
Prizes
Run for a piece of the pie!
- Adult finishers: Every 10th runner receives a large Russell Orchards apple pie.
- Fun run finishers: Every child receives a 4-inch Table Talk pie.
Where the proceeds go
Proceeds of the race directly support:
- The Ipswich Family YMCA Financial Assistance Program.
- Local food pantries: The Open Door and ACCORD Food Pantries.
Cancellation policy
Athletes can cancel their registration, but no refund is given.
All sales are final, no refunds will be offered.
The course
Course details and timing
Course details: This course is stroller and dog friendly (well-behaved, leashed dogs only).
Timing: This run is not timed.
Run map: Just follow the turkey!
Race weekend schedule
Location
Ipswich Town Hall, Ipswich, MA, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Ipswich
Ipswich is a coastal town in Essex County, Massachusetts, with 13,785 residents at the 2020 census. It is home to Willowdale State Forest and Sandy Point State Reservation, and it is famous for its clams and the annual Ipswich Chowderfest. The climate is humid continental, with cool coastal summers and cold winters, so late spring and early autumn are the best seasons to race.
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