Which Maine cities have the most races?
Portland (12), Kennebunk (6), Bangor (4), Old Orchard Beach (3) have the most upcoming races in Maine. If you are willing to travel an hour or two, those give you the widest choice of dates and distances.
Maine · Race calendar
Running Races in Maine
Every upcoming running race in Maine, all 98 of them. 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons with dates, pricing, finish-time stats from past results, and start-line maps.
98 upcoming races · 29 with finish-time stats
By the numbers
The Biggest and Longest-Running
The Maine races that stand out on the numbers: the biggest field, and the longest unbroken run of editions.
Races by City in Maine
Soonest Races in Maine
98 total Fri, Jul 17, 2026HYBRID Strong Tower Color Run/Walk 5K Houlton, MEFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 1, 2026Rock the Boat 5K Southport, MEFrom $25Register Sun, Aug 2, 2026Blue Lobster 4-Miler Kennebunk, MEFrom $34Details Thu, Aug 6, 2026Patten Pioneer Days Color Run Patten, MEFreeDetails Fri, Aug 7, 2026Steady State Distance Festival Portland, MEFrom $15Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Millside Fitness Bun Run 5k Dexter, MEFrom $45Details Sat, Aug 8, 2026Dole 3 Miler Fryeburg, MEFrom $25Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026York Days 5K York, MEFrom $40Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Naples Community 5K Naples, MEFrom $25Details Sun, Aug 9, 2026Warrior Run/Walk Perry, MEFrom $10Register Sat, Aug 15, 2026Breakaway 5K Old Orchard Beach, MEFrom $25Details Sat, Aug 15, 2026The Gem Foundation 5K - 2026 Augusta, MEFrom $20Register
How we calculate these stats: RunSesh calculates these figures from the most recent published results of past editions, sourced from RunSignup. We show aggregates only: field size, winning and median times, and the cutoff. We never publish individual finisher tables. Last updated Jul 27, 2026.
Common Questions About Racing in Maine
What race distances can I run in Maine?
Maine has 5K (75), 10K (15), Half Marathon (9), Marathon (6), Ultra (1). Pick a distance to narrow the list to races you would actually enter.
When is race season in Maine?
October is the busiest month for races in Maine, with 24 of the 98, followed by August with 23. If you are flexible on the date, that is the quickest way to narrow things down.
Are Maine races beginner-friendly?
Yes, for the most part. Across the 29 races in Maine with published results, the typical median finish is around 34:03, which means half of every one of those fields came in slower than that. Recreational runners and walk-runners are the bulk of these fields, not the exception.
Are there trail races in Maine?
Yes, 14 races around Maine get you off the pavement: 11 are trail races, and 3 mix road and trail. Surfaces are not always published, so it is worth checking a specific race before you register.