Dash for the Derby 5K
- Date Sat 1st May 2027
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Portland, Maine
- Price $30.68
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dash for the Derby 5K, happening on Saturday, May 1st, 2027, in the vibrant city of Portland, Cumberland! This exciting event celebrates Kentucky Derby Day and welcomes walkers and runners alike to join in the fun. The race kicks off at 9 AM at Marathon Sports, located at 309 Marginal Way. Participants can look forward to a scenic 5K course that promises a spirited atmosphere and plenty of camaraderie.
With registration fees starting at just $28 for wicked early birds, this event is not only a great way to get active but also supports a fantastic cause, with donations going to A Running Passion. All registrants by April 1st are guaranteed a stylish race singlet, and there will be cash prizes for overall winners, as well as awards in various age group and team categories. So mark your calendars and prepare for a day of excitement, community, and celebration at the Dash for the Derby 5K!
With registration fees starting at just $28 for wicked early birds, this event is not only a great way to get active but also supports a fantastic cause, with donations going to A Running Passion. All registrants by April 1st are guaranteed a stylish race singlet, and there will be cash prizes for overall winners, as well as awards in various age group and team categories. So mark your calendars and prepare for a day of excitement, community, and celebration at the Dash for the Derby 5K!
Organiser's Description
KENTUCKY DERBY DAY
WHAT: DASH FOR THE DERBY 5K WALKERS WELCOME
WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 1ST 9AM AT MARATHON SPORTS PORTLAND 309 MARGINAL WAY PORTLAND, MAINE
FOR WHOM: RACE MAKES DONATIONS TO: A RUNNING PASSION
COST*:
$28 WICKED EARLY BIRD PRE-REGISTRATION BY SEPTEMBER 30TH
$32 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION THRU FEBRUARY 28TH
$35 THEREAFTER
$39 RACE DAY
*ALL REGISTRANTS BY APRIL 1ST GUARANTEED A RACE SINGLET, AS AVAILABLE AFTERWARDS.
CASH PRIZES FOR OVERALL WINNERS. AWARDS IN AGE GROUPS AND TEAM CATEGORIES.
COURSE RECORDS: MALE AARON WILLINGHAM 15:44 2024 FEMALE MARAH BORGMAN 19:17 2026
RACE PICKUP/RACE DAY SIGN UP 7:30-9AM MARATHON SPORTS MARGINAL WAY PORTLAND, MAINE.
PLEASE USE THE PARK AND RIDE ON MARGINAL WAY TO LEAVE PARKING SPACES FOR MARATHON SPORTS CUSTOMERS
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS & AWARDS CEREMONY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE AT MARATHON SPORTS
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 IS NOT POSSIBLE, THE RACE WILL BE TRANSFORMED TO A VIRTUAL EVENT WHERE PARTICIPANTS RUN THE COURSE & SUBMIT THEIR RESULTS ON THEIR OWN.
WHAT: DASH FOR THE DERBY 5K WALKERS WELCOME
WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 1ST 9AM AT MARATHON SPORTS PORTLAND 309 MARGINAL WAY PORTLAND, MAINE
FOR WHOM: RACE MAKES DONATIONS TO: A RUNNING PASSION
COST*:
$28 WICKED EARLY BIRD PRE-REGISTRATION BY SEPTEMBER 30TH
$32 EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION THRU FEBRUARY 28TH
$35 THEREAFTER
$39 RACE DAY
*ALL REGISTRANTS BY APRIL 1ST GUARANTEED A RACE SINGLET, AS AVAILABLE AFTERWARDS.
CASH PRIZES FOR OVERALL WINNERS. AWARDS IN AGE GROUPS AND TEAM CATEGORIES.
COURSE RECORDS: MALE AARON WILLINGHAM 15:44 2024 FEMALE MARAH BORGMAN 19:17 2026
RACE PICKUP/RACE DAY SIGN UP 7:30-9AM MARATHON SPORTS MARGINAL WAY PORTLAND, MAINE.
PLEASE USE THE PARK AND RIDE ON MARGINAL WAY TO LEAVE PARKING SPACES FOR MARATHON SPORTS CUSTOMERS
POST RACE REFRESHMENTS & AWARDS CEREMONY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE RACE AT MARATHON SPORTS
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 IS NOT POSSIBLE, THE RACE WILL BE TRANSFORMED TO A VIRTUAL EVENT WHERE PARTICIPANTS RUN THE COURSE & SUBMIT THEIR RESULTS ON THEIR OWN.
Races
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5k
Incl. $2.68 Fee & Singlet
Sat 1st May 2027 (9:00AM EDT)
$30.68
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