Question 1

How do I find running races near me?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What's the most popular running distance in the US?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

When is running race season in the US?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Which states have the most running races?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

How do I register for a running race?

Accepted Answer

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.

Running Races in Maine

Running races by month in Maine

John Andrews Memorial 5K

MHSH Run for Wellness 5K

2026 York Hospital 5K

Cobscook Bay Road Races 5k/10k and Kids Fun Run

Maine Running Hall of Fame 5K In Memory of Julius Marzul

Shipyard Old Port Half Marathon and 5K

2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K

Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival

Superhero Family Fun Beach Run

2026 Unified 5K - Brunswick

Luv 2 Run Portland 5K

The Great Bangor Marathon & Half - 5K - 10K

Gorham 4-Miler

Raiders Rumble

Father's Day 5k @ the MOWC

Waldoboro Day 5K

Field & Forest 5 Miler

Raccoon Run 5K

Founders Park 5k

South Berwick Strawberry Run & Walk

Race for Recovery 5K

4th Annual 5K Race for Recovery

Four on the 4th

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

Running Races in Nearby States

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