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• "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk [maranacooklakeme.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sat, Jul 04, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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  2025 "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run and/or Walk

  We are excited to announce the partnership between Maranacook Lake Association and the Watershed Friends to...

  2025 "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run and/or Walk

  We are excited to announce the partnership between Maranacook Lake Association and the Watershed Friends to continue this beloved community event on its 23rd anniversary!! Start the 4th of July off on the right foot and join the gang at Central Maine's most popular race!

  The "Friends on the 4th" 5K course is a forgiving, "feel good" race open for all runners, joggers and walkers. After a loop through downtown Main Street, most of the course follows the beautiful eastern shore of Maranacook Lake.

  Check in is at 7:00 am. Same day registration 7:00 - 7:45 am. The race starts at 8:00 am.

  Awards:

  Men & Women, 1st place awards for the following age groups: 10 and under male and female, 11-14 male and female; 15-18 male and female; 19-29 male and female; 30-39 male and female; 40-49 male and female; 50-59 male and female; 60-69 male and female; 70 and over male and female.

  Payment and registration form must be received by midnight, EST on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in order to guarantee a race T-shirt.

  Online registration is open until 3:00 pm EST on July 3, 2025.

  Last minute registration on race day may begin at 7:00 am* at the American Legion, 117 Bowdoin Street, and ENDS at 7:45 am. To expedite the same day registration process we strongly encourage you to bring cash. A $40 registration fee will be charged. In order to encourage advance registration and to maximize the fundraising dollars that go back to preserving our watershed, t-shirts will not be available for same day registrants and are not guaranteed after June 15th due to ordering deadlines.

  Questions? Contact Race Co-Chairs, Cami Wilbert or Peter Washburn via email [email protected].

  For the safety of runners, parking is not allowed along the race route. Parking attendants will guide participants & spectators to designated parking areas.

  *Same day registrations may be limited or not available depending on state of Maine regulations. PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Due to ordering deadlines, register by June 15th to be guaranteed a T-shirt.

  48 km
  117 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, Maine, 04364, United States
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  3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk

• Augusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival [mesa-maine.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Jul 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Augusta Marathon & Half with the introduction of the AUGUSTA...

  Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Augusta Marathon & Half with the introduction of the AUGUSTA MARATHON – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival on Sunday July 12, 2026 starting at 7 am at Elk Lodge, 397 Civic Center Dr, Augusta Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified (Marathon ME25002JK). The full marathon will run from 397 Civic Center Dr out Route 11/27 to Belgrade Lakes Maine and back to the beginging. (course maps can be found on our website) or The Great Augusta Marathon & Half 2025 · Ride with GPS.

  We have already secured Pine Tree Racing Services to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race.

  For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up.

  We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family.

  More information can be found on our website www.mesa-maine.org or on our Facebook page Maine Endurance Sports Alliance. Packet pickup will be July 11, 2026, from 3-6 pm at THE MAINE EXPERIENCE close to the starting line.

  In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify.

  NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify.

  32.4 km
  397 Civic Center Dr, Augusta, Maine, 04330, United States
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  5k 10k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Marathon Run

• Ironman 70.3 Maine [finishers.com]

  Sun, Jul 26, 2026

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  Ready to take on the ultimate challenge? 🏊‍♂️ Come participate in the Ironman 70.3 Maine in Augusta, an exhilarating adventure in the heart of the spectacular nature of the Maine! It's the perfect opportunity to test your endurance with a competition combining swimming, cycling, and running 🌎.

  35.4 km
  Augusta, Maine, United States
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  Cycling Run Swim Triathlon

• Waterville Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival [mesa-maine.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Aug 09, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Waterville Marathon & Half with the introduction of the WATERVILLE...

  Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Waterville Marathon & Half with the introduction of the WATERVILLE MARATHON – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival on Sunday August 9, 2026 starting at 7:00 am at Thomas College in Waterville Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is in the process of being USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified. All courses start at Thomas College, travel along Rt 104 into the beautiful countryside of Waterville, Sydney and Oakland Maine and back to Thomas College. (course maps can be found on our website).

  We have already secured Pine Tree Racing Services to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race.

  For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up.

  We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family.

  More information can be found on our website www.mesa-maine.org or on our Facebook page Maine Endurance Sports Alliance. Packet pickup will be August 8, 2026, from 3-6 pm at THE MAINE EXPERIENCE close to the starting line.

  In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify.

  NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify.

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  17.7 km
  180 West River Road, Waterville, Maine, 04901, United States
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  5k 10k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Marathon Run

• Save Your Breath 5K [freemefromlungcancer.org] [Register at runsignup.com]

  Sun, Oct 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM

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  After a very successful 2025 race, we are excited to invite you to another live Save Your Breath and Silent Auction Event for 2026. There will be lots of auction items to bid on again. Due to its...

  After a very successful 2025 race, we are excited to invite you to another live Save Your Breath and Silent Auction Event for 2026. There will be lots of auction items to bid on again. Due to its popularity we have retained a virtual run for those who would rather run their race their way or cannot travel to Augusta to participate in the live chip timed event by Brian Berkemeyer at"Run In A Race." New this year is a timed walk. Yes, walkers who wish to be timed will receive a race bib. You must be registered as a time walker to receive the bib. We had lots of inquiries last year about a time walk. Details are below on numerous discount codes that are offered for this upcoming event.

  Enjoy the music at the start/finish line before and after you take part in this fast and relatively flat out and back 5k on the rail trail between the Y and the picturesque adirondack chairs in Hallowell.

  The award ceremony and silent auction will be held, yet again, at YMCA and will begin once all participants have returned to the gym. All winners must be present to receive their award. All participants will receive a finishers medal.

  Event tee shirts will be ordered on September 18th. Any registrations after that date will not receive an event tee shirt.

  This event is a fundraiser to help support Free ME from Lun Cancer's mission ~ research, help uninsured high risk patients get access to early lung detection via low dose CT scans, help single family low income homeowners get access to radon air abatement systems, transportation to medical appointments and treatment for our rural communities, and patient support and care. Please consider making an extra donation when you register or set up a fundraising page so that your family, friends and coworkers can support your run.

  We have a number of discounts we are able to provide this year which are listed below. If you qualify, please reach out too Deb at [email protected] to receive the coupon code. Coupon codes cannot be combined.

  1. Those raising $150.00 or more will be eligible for a free registration. You MUST set up a registration page and raise the money before registering for the event. Once you have raised $150, please reach out to Deb to receive your coupon to register for the event.

  2. ALL member of running clubs will receive a $10.00 discount towards their registration.

  3. We also have a $10.00 off coupon for those who choose not to receive an event tee shirt before the tee shirt deadline.

  4. Seniors and Veterans get $10.00 off their registration. Student registration is $25.00.

  PLEASE REACH OUT TO DEB TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT COUPON OF YOUR CHOUCE BEFORE REGISTERING. She can be reached at [email protected] or 207-215-9035.

  This is the only event we will be holding to support our foundation's programs. On-line donations are processed at 4%. This supports RunSignUp portal. Free ME from Lung Cancer will be absorbing the race processing fees again this year.

  We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish on October 18th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish line on October 18th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.

  31.9 km
  Augusta, Maine, 04330, United States
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  5k Run Trail Virtual Walk