Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Lake Auburn Half Marathon & 5K
Auburn, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
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Running races in Maine
18 verified events (0 confirmed dates) and 48 races in Maine with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events180 confirmed dates
Competitions48Races & courses
Distances5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+262 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Hefin Owen from Wales · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsSwimrunÖtillö Swimrun World Series
Ötillö Swimrun Casco Bay
Great Diamond Island, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
35.17 km16.93 km9.71 km
Seaside & CoastIsland
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Half Marathon and Fall 5k
Bar Harbor, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Public ParkLakes & Ponds+3
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Autumn and Ales 1/2 10K & 5K - ME
Scarborough, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The Great Lincoln
Lincoln, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Stephen Craven · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Maine Marathon
Portland, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+2
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The MDI
Bar Harbor, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km
IslandNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Shixart1985 · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Moosehorn Ghost Run
Woodland, United States
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Lake Auburn Half Marathon & 5K | Auburn, Maine, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ötillö Swimrun Casco Bay | Great Diamond Island, Maine, US | Swimrun | 35.17 km16.93 km9.71 km |
| Date to be announced | Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Half Marathon and Fall 5k | Bar Harbor, Maine, US | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Autumn and Ales 1/2 10K & 5K - ME | Scarborough, Maine, US | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | The Great Lincoln | Lincoln, Maine, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Maine Marathon | Portland, Maine, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | The MDI | Bar Harbor, Maine, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Moosehorn Ghost Run | Woodland, Maine, US | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Millinocket Marathon and Half | Millinocket, Maine, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Sugarloaf Marathon | Eustis, Maine, US | Road Running | 42.2 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Shipyard Old Port | Portland, Maine, US | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | John Andrews Memorial Run | Saco, Maine, US | Trail Running | 5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Maine (North America, United States) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 18 public events and 48 individual races, including 0 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Swimrun. Key host locations include Auburn, Great Diamond Island, Bar Harbor, and Scarborough. Notable events in the selection include Lake Auburn Half Marathon & 5K, Ötillö Swimrun Casco Bay, and Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Half Marathon and Fall 5k.
Race distances span from 5 km to 42.2 km, reaching up to +262 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Maine includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Maine?
RunningCompass currently lists 18 verified events with 48 individual races in Maine. A total of 0 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Lake Auburn Half Marathon & 5K, Ötillö Swimrun Casco Bay, and Bar Harbor Bank & Trust Half Marathon and Fall 5k.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Maine?
Events in Maine focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Swimrun. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 42.2 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Auburn, Great Diamond Island, Bar Harbor, and Scarborough.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Maine?
The most selective courses in Maine climb up to +262 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Maine?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.