Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
- Date Sun 7th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Bangor, Maine
- Price $38.03 - $134.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances Marathon, Half Marathon, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Join us for the exciting Bangor Marathon Running Festival on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in beautiful Bangor, Maine! This vibrant event, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K, is perfect for runners of all abilities. The festivities kick off at 7 AM at the corner of Main St and Dutton St, where participants will enjoy a scenic route through Bangor, including a turnaround in the charming town of Kenduskeag for the full marathon.
As a USATF sanctioned and Boston certified race, the Bangor Marathon provides an incredible opportunity for runners to achieve their personal bests. There is no time limit, ensuring that everyone can cross the finish line and celebrate their accomplishments. With a vendor area at the finish line, ample parking, and nearby lodging and dining options, this event is designed for the whole family to enjoy. Don't miss the chance to earn special medals for completing both the Bangor and Lincoln Marathons or the Vacationland Triple Crown by running three of our four races in 2026. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit in Bangor!
As a USATF sanctioned and Boston certified race, the Bangor Marathon provides an incredible opportunity for runners to achieve their personal bests. There is no time limit, ensuring that everyone can cross the finish line and celebrate their accomplishments. With a vendor area at the finish line, ample parking, and nearby lodging and dining options, this event is designed for the whole family to enjoy. Don't miss the chance to earn special medals for completing both the Bangor and Lincoln Marathons or the Vacationland Triple Crown by running three of our four races in 2026. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running and community spirit in Bangor!
Organiser's Description
MAINE ENDURANCE SPORTS ALLIANCE (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Bangor Marathon & Half with the introduction of the BANGOR MARATHON FULL/HALF/10K/5K RUNNING FESTIVAL on Sunday June 7, 2026. Starting at 7 am at the corner of Main St and Dutton St in Bangor, Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified (Marathon ME24008BK Half ME24007BK). The full marathon will run through Bangor out valley avenue to Broadway with a turnaround in the town of Kenduskeag and back to the Finish at Bangor Waterfront Park. (course maps can be found on our website) or at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46694361. The half marathon follows the same course with a turn around on outer Broadway shortly after Pushaw Road.
We have already secured ALL SPORTS EVENTS to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race.
For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up.
We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family.
More information can be found on our website WWW.MESA-MAINE.ORG or on our FACEBOOK PAGE MAINE ENDURANCE SPORTS ALLIANCE. PACKET PICKUP will be June 6, 2026, from 11-5 pm at Brewer Riverwalk Festival located just across the river in Brewer Maine. Lots of fun at their annual festival and you can pick up your bib and tshirt. For more information: (2) Facebook
In 2026, we are once again offering a SPECIAL MEDAL "RUN THE HIGHLANDS" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify.
NEW IN 2026, we are offering a SPECIAL MEDAL "VACATIONLAND TRIPLE CROWN" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify.
We have already secured ALL SPORTS EVENTS to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race.
For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up.
We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family.
More information can be found on our website WWW.MESA-MAINE.ORG or on our FACEBOOK PAGE MAINE ENDURANCE SPORTS ALLIANCE. PACKET PICKUP will be June 6, 2026, from 11-5 pm at Brewer Riverwalk Festival located just across the river in Brewer Maine. Lots of fun at their annual festival and you can pick up your bib and tshirt. For more information: (2) Facebook
In 2026, we are once again offering a SPECIAL MEDAL "RUN THE HIGHLANDS" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify.
NEW IN 2026, we are offering a SPECIAL MEDAL "VACATIONLAND TRIPLE CROWN" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify.
Races
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Bangor Marathon
Incl. $9.50 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher's Medal
Sun 7th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$134.50
CLOSEDCash awards for Full Marathon $1000 first place (men & women) $500 second place (men & women) $250 third place (men & women) **any increases in awards will be on our website In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify. NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify. -
Bangor Half Marathon
Incl. $8.30 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher's Medal
Sun 7th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$113.30
CLOSEDAnnouncement of cash awards can be found on our website www.mesa-maine.org In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify. NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify. -
Bangor Running Festival 5K
Incl. $3.03 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher's Medal
Sun 7th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$38.03
CLOSED -
Bangor Running Festival 10K
Incl. $5.90 Fee & T-Shirt & Finisher's Medal
Sun 7th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$70.90
CLOSED
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