Hingham 4th of July

Hingham, Massachusetts. July 4th. The 67th annual Hingham 4th of July Road Race returns on Saturday, July 4, 2026, starting at 7:00 AM from Hingham Middle School (1103 Main Street). Distance: 4.47 miles. Finish in downtown Hingham Square under the iconic American flag. Scenic, tree‑lined Main Street course with crowd support the whole way. Free bus shuttle from Station Street parking lot to the start line (5:15 AM departure). Stick around for Hingham's famous Fourth of July Parade at 10:00 AM. One of Hingham's most beloved Independence Day traditions — a festive start to the holiday for the South Shore community.

Location — Hingham, Massachusetts (South Shore):

• Hingham is a historic coastal town on the South Shore of Massachusetts, about 15 miles southeast of Boston
• Start: Hingham Middle School, 1103 Main Street, Hingham, MA
• Finish: Downtown Hingham Square under the large American flag that spans Main Street
• The course runs down scenic, tree‑lined Main Street — a classic New England small‑town road race
• Elevation: gently rolling, not flat, but not mountainous — quintessential coastal Massachusetts terrain

Race Day Schedule — Saturday, July 4, 2026:

• 5:30‑6:30 AM — Race day packet pickup at Hingham Middle School
• 5:15 AM — Free bus shuttle departs from Station Street parking lot to the start line (drop‑off at middle school)
• 7:00 AM — 4.47 mile race start
• 7:30 AM — Return shuttles begin from South Street (near CVS parking lot) back to the middle school area
• 10:00 AM — Hingham Fourth of July Parade (downtown Hingham Square)

Packet Pickup — Multiple Options (July 1‑4):

• July 1 — Hingham Recreation Center (210 Central Street), 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM
• July 2 — Hingham Recreation Center, 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM
• July 3 — Hingham Recreation Center, 9:00 AM‑12:00 PM (noon)
• July 4 (race day) — Hingham Middle School, 5:30‑6:30 AM

Free Bus Shuttle — Avoid Downtown Traffic and Parking:

• To the start line: Departs Station Street parking lot at 5:15 AM. Drop‑off directly at Hingham Middle School.
• Return shuttles: Begin at 7:30 AM from South Street (near CVS parking lot), returning runners to the middle school area.
• Shuttles are free — no need to navigate downtown parking on July 4th

What's Included:

• Chip timing (net time)
• Finisher medal (not specified — likely for all finishers)
• Event t‑shirt (included with registration — guaranteed for pre‑registrants, subject to availability on race day)
• Aid station on course (water)
• Medical support on course
• Post‑race refreshments (water, fruit, snacks)
• Access to Hingham's Fourth of July Parade (free, family‑friendly)
• Parking at Station Street parking lot (take the shuttle)

Registration — Pre‑Race $35, Race Day $40:

• Online registration $35 through July 3
• Race day registration $40 (July 4, 5:30‑6:30 AM at Hingham Middle School)
• T‑shirts guaranteed for pre‑registrants only

Logistics — No Refunds? Check with event organizer:

• No refunds? Not specified — check with race director Mark Thorell
• Parking available at Station Street parking lot (free, then take shuttle to start)
• Public transport: MBTA Commuter Rail (Greenbush Line) to Hingham Depot — short walk to Station Street parking lot
• No dogs allowed on the course (crowded July 4th race)
• Strollers allowed (start at the back)
• Walkers welcome

Post‑Race Celebration — Hingham Fourth of July Parade (10:00 AM):

• Hingham's famous Fourth of July Parade starts at 10:00 AM in downtown Hingham Square
• Parade route runs along Main Street — right where you just finished your race
• Find a spot along the route to watch floats, bands, antique cars, and community groups
• Enjoy the historic charm of Downtown Hingham — boutique shops, local coffee spots, and picturesque streets

Nearby Attractions (post‑race — make a day of it in Hingham):

• Hingham Shipyard — waterfront dining, shopping, and the Hingham Ferry to Boston
• World's End — Trustees of Reservations property with walking trails and panoramic views of Boston Harbor
• South Shore Country Club — golf, dining, and events
• Downtown Hingham — historic buildings, art galleries, and locally‑owned restaurants
• Nantasket Beach (15 minutes east) — classic New England beach with boardwalk and arcades

Contact: Mark Thorell via Race Roster.