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Date:
Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location:
147 Island Beach Road
Wells, Maine
04090
United States
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5k Fun Run Road Run

The annual Drakes Island Road Race is back again this year! In addition to the 5K, we will have the 4th annual Kids Fun Run, which will be an untimed event from the Jetty to the Community House (approx 1/3 mile). All runners and their supporters are invited to post-race refreshments at the Community House.

Pre-race bib number and shirt pick up will be held at the Community House (8 Maple St) on Friday, July 17th, from 5-6 pm.

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  • Kennebunk Free Library 29th Edition 5K [kennebunklibrary.org] [Register at raceroster.com]

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    Please check for regular updates at our website.

    Registration for the Kennebunk Free Library 29th Edition 5K is now open! Preregistration closes at 11:59 p.m....

    Kennebunk Free Library 29th Edition 5K

    Please check for regular updates at our website.

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  • KBIA Annual A Day at the Beach 5K / 1K Road Race , Sunday, July 12th 2026 [kbia.net] [Register at runsignup.com]

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    • Register before July 7th to receive a discount entry fee.

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