Races

Come run with us on a USATF certified course that begins and ends at beautiful Kennebunk Beach. The course winds through a shaded, beachside neighborhood and finishes alongside the Atlantic. Post-race snacks, beverages and kid activities provided. - The 1k Kids Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM and the 5k road race begins at 8:45 AM. - **Day of registration begins at 7:30am with a added cost - Register before July 7th to receive a discount entry fee.

Please join A Running Passion for our seventh annual Will to Run Challenge! This year will feature an in-person 5k event in addition to the virtual race! Join us in person, or participate in your own virtual 5k, 10k, or both within the event week! Prices and swag packs are as follows: -5K in-person event: $35: **t-shirt guaranteed to registrations received by August 14th -5K virtual: $30: t-shirt/ event bib -10K virtual: $40: t-shirt/bag/sticker/ event bib -15k Combined Challenge (must submit separate 5k and 10k times): $50-t-shirt/bag/sticker/event bib/ A Running Passion item) *The Challenge 5K can be completed in-person or virtually -Kid's virtual Challenge: FREE- stickers, event bib, coloring pages, event check list Want to gather a group of your friends to run with you? Get a team together and receive a discount on your registration! Teams of four or more - each runner will receive a $10 discount - Enter promo code "TEAM4" at checkout. Teams of eight or more - each runner will receive a $15 discount - Enter promo code "TEAM8" at checkout. Legacy donors receive a FREE registration. Enter promo code "LEGACY" at checkout. NEW this year! We will be offering an in-person 5K. Friday, September 18th @6:00 PM -> Will to Run 5k - Eastern Trail (Town of Kennebunk) The course will be an out and back route that will take runners through unique forests along the former Eastern Railroad bed. The trail is extremely flat, the surface is hard packed stone dust and will be a fast course! The trail crosses the Maine Turnpike in Kennebunk on a uniquely designed bridge that was opened in 2011. This is the only pedestrian bridge that crosses the Maine Turnpike. Packet Pick-up ***If you live in Biddeford, Dayton, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Arundel, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, or Wells, your packet will be available for packet pick-up at one of the Biddeford locations. We do not mail local packets out. We will have pick-up available in Portland for those interested at Marathon Sports. ***Packets for our friends joining us from further away should receive their packets the week of the event. Please sign-up early to guarantee your packet and swag arrive on time! Times for the virtual race(s) can be submitted to cfrentzen@gmail.com anytime from 9/18/2026-9/25/2026 All proceeds from this event will go to A Running Passion's scholarship and community outreach initiatives. https://arunningpassion.org/

The 17TH ANNUAL WICKED 5K, 10K & Kid's Dash at FEDERAL JACK'S - Kennebunk. 🎃👟 Get WICKED with us This Fall! 👟🎃 The Wicked 5K & 10K is back on Saturday, October 24th, 2026 Enjoy crisp autumn air, scenic coastal roads, wicked good vibes, and an afterparty at Federal Jack’s with Shipyard Beer. This race has everything: ✅ Chip-timed 5K & 10K courses + Kids Wicked Fun Dash ✅ Medals & race shirts ✅ Costumes encouraged (contest included!) ✅ Post-race party with local flavor Register now & tell your friends and family!

Sunday, November 8th in Kennebunk, Maine & around the globe virtually! Registration is now open! Join us for an unforgettable event the whole family will enjoy along the scenic coast of southern Maine! Proceeds from this event will go towards METAvivor to support stage 4 breast cancer research, Dana Farber Cancer Institute to support pediatric cancer research and to Cancer Can Suck a Cactus to support our mission to foster a global community that empowers and enables exercise—because research has shown that cancer hates exercise (read why here).

Start your Thanksgiving Day off in spectacular fashion with the Kennebunk Outfitters 5k Turkey Trot. Starting and ending at 51 Western Avenue, this course will take you along beautiful and scenic Beach Avenue in Kennebunk. Walk or Run, this is an event for the whole family!!

13th Annual Weirs Motors Seaside Santa Dash 🎅🏃‍♂️ Dash, Jingle, Run! Seaside Santa Dash 2026! 🏃‍♀️🌊 Join us Saturday, December 19th, for holiday cheer along the Maine coast! Featuring: 🎅 5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, and Elf Dash 🎁 FREE Santa or Elf suit when you register by November 1st 🎽 Race T-shirt (register by 12/1/26), bib, 2 Shipyard beers, refreshments, and post-race fun at Federal Jack’s with Checkered Past LIVE! 👶 Kid-friendly pricing: $15 for participants 12 & under 🏆 Awesome awards for Overall, Age Groups and Kids 📈The Holiday Spirit Meter will be at an all time high for this event Register now & tell your friends and family!

Why should Boston have all the fun? Join the Patriots Day Seaside Dash in Kennebunk — a festive, family-friendly way to celebrate Patriots’ Day and the Boston Marathon with your fellow runners. Whether you’re a casual jogger, a weekend warrior, or bringing the whole family, we’ve got something for you: Scenic 5K and 10K routes along the coast — perfect for a relaxed, enjoyable run (no PR required). 🌊🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Kid’s Dash for little patriots — medals, smiles, and bragging rights guaranteed. 🏅👟🎉 Costume-friendly: wear your best red, white & blue or patriotic gear and add to the party atmosphere. 🇺🇸🎽🦅 Prize for Best Costume. Post-race After-Party at Federal Jack’s: celebrate with music, local food & drinks, and cheer on the Boston Marathon finishers on the big screens. 🎶🍔🍻📺 Fun-only vibe with optional timing — compete if you want, or just come for the fun, community, and sunshine. Awards for Overall and age groups. Grab your friends, family, and neighbors — come run, celebrate, and make Patriots’ Day a seaside tradition. Sign up for the inaugural Patriots Day Seaside Dash and be part of something memorable! Registration gets you: Patriots Day Seaside Dash Tee Shirt2 Shipyard Beers (must be 21+)After-Party at Federal Jack's with LIVE musicChipped BibA beautiful run along the seaside of KennebunkTons of Fun! Register now! Check out the LOW Prices until September 1, 2026

DIDN'T GET IN TO BEACH TO BEACON 10K OR WANT TO DO A DYNAMIC DOUBLE???????????? BLUE LOBSTER 4-MILER                                           WALKERS WELCOME WHERE: KENNEBUNK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 177 ALEWIVE RD KENNEBUNK,ME      RACE MAKES DONATIONS TO: KENNEBUNK HIGH SCHOOL XC AND TRACK BOOSTERS COST: $26 Wicked Early Bird Registration by April 21st     $29 Early Bird Registration April 22nd-June 15th    $34 Thereafter               $39 RACE DAY 7:30-9AM  Shirt deadline is July 15th, as available after. CASH PRIZES FOR OVERALL WINNERS.  AWARDS IN AGE GROUPS AND TEAM CATEGORIES. Course Record: Male 20:56 Alexander Grout 2023               Female 24:54 Molly Schassberger 2021 OUT AND BACK 4-MILE RACE ON THE EASTERN TRAIL IN KENNEBUNK POST RACE FOOD DONATED BY DUFFY'S TAVERN KENNEBUNK  No Refunds. In the event of catastrophic weather, a public health crisis, or extreme events beyond race managements’ control every effort will be made to hold the race on an alternate date. If this i