Running Races in Maine
Maine has 126 upcoming running races scheduled for 2026. Most of the calendar falls in the warmer months: 83 of 126 races (66%) take place between May and September, with August (26 events) the busiest month. No single city dominates the calendar. Portland leads with 12 races, followed by Kennebunk (6), Augusta (5), and Newry (5). The remaining 78% of the calendar is spread across smaller cities.
Running races by month in Maine
Aug (26) · Jul (25) · Oct (24) · Sep (19) · Nov (10) · Jun (7) · May (6) · Apr (4) · Jan (2) · Dec (2) · Feb (1)
Showing 24 of 126
Running
2026 Crush Cancer Lobster Crawl 5k Walk/Run and 1/2 Mile Kids Dash
July 11, 2026
Jonesboro, ME
Running
The Great Augusta Marathon & Half
Augusta, ME
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The Great Augusta Marathon & Half
July 12, 2026
Augusta, ME
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KBIA Annual A Day at the Beach 5K / 1K Road Race , Sunday, July 12th 2026
July 12, 2026
Kennebunk, ME
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Pat's Pizza Clam Festival Classic 5 Mile Run
Yarmouth, ME
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Pat's Pizza Clam Festival Classic 5 Mile Run
July 18, 2026
Yarmouth, ME
Running Races in Nearby States
Frequently asked questions
How do I find running races near me?▾
Enter your zip code on RACE or use the location-based pages at /marathons-near-me, /half-marathons-near-me, /10k-near-me, or /5k-near-me. We show every upcoming running event within your selected radius, sorted by distance from you.
What's the most popular running distance in the US?▾
By a wide margin, the 5K. The half marathon is the most popular distance over 10 miles. Each distance has its own hub on RACE — /5k-races, /10k-races, /half-marathons, /marathons — with live event counts and state-by-state breakdowns.
When is running race season in the US?▾
June is the single busiest month for running events. The June–October stretch carries roughly 70% of the year’s running calendar. December through March is the quietest period — most regions don’t publish next year’s spring races until late winter, so the calendar grows back as race directors finalize dates.
Which states have the most running races?▾
Ohio, Florida, Texas, Michigan, and California lead the country in upcoming running event volume. Every state hosts dozens of upcoming races — including smaller states like Wyoming, Vermont, and North Dakota. The "Browse by state" grid on this page links to a dedicated running hub for every state.
How do I register for a running race?▾
For RACE-native events, you can register and pay on this site. For events hosted on external platforms (RunSignUp, RaceRoster, and similar), we link you directly to the official registration page. Either way, you find the race here.