Inaugural half-marathon draws a crowd at Hanscom AFB

Published July 23, 2026
By Jaima Fogg

HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. – A first-of-its-kind half-marathon was held here July 10.

picture of medals — Finisher medals wait to be handed out to runners of a half-marathon at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., July 10. The race was the first of its kind at the installation and drew 138 runners from across the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)

The 13.1-mile course began at the Fitness and Sports Center and extended off base through Minute Man National Historical Park. The event drew 138 participants from across the installation, including active-duty members, civilians, reservists and dependents.

“This was a chance for runners of all stages and from all organizations to gather together and experience the first of hopefully many races,” said Senior Airman Esther Bedrosian, event organizer.

Thomas Bovino was the top overall and top male finisher with a time of 1 hour, 34 minutes, 22 seconds.

2nd Lt. Kaitlyn Elliott was the top female finisher with a time of 1 hour, 47 minutes, 25 seconds.

image of two people after a race — 2nd Lt. Kaitlyn Elliott and Thomas Bovino pose at the finish line with their race medals after completing a half-marathon at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., July 10. Bovino was the overall top finisher, and Elliott was the top female finisher. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jaima Fogg)

Bedrosian noted the excitement and camaraderie among runners and volunteers helped make the race a success.

Preparations are in the works for the next half-marathon planned for fall of 2027.

“Our goal is to make the event bigger and better each year and eventually open it to the public,” Bedrosian said.

For those seeking to continue participating in organized races on base, the 66th Force Support Squadron hosts 5K races at the Fitness and Sports Center.