Dash for the Derby 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Portland, Maine
- Price $30.68
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dash for the Derby 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in beautiful Portland, Cumberland. This vibrant event coincides with Kentucky Derby Day, offering participants a chance to embrace the thrill of the race while supporting a great cause. The 5K race kicks off at 9 AM from Marathon Sports, located at 309 Marginal Way, Portland, Maine.
Join fellow runners and families in this exciting race, which not only promises a fun-filled day but also contributes to A Running Passion through donations. Registration fees start at just $28 for wicked early bird pre-registration, with options available up until race day. All registrants by April 1st will receive a race singlet, and there are cash prizes for overall winners, along with awards in various age groups and team categories. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy post-race refreshments and celebrate your accomplishments at the awards ceremony immediately following the race. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Dash for the Derby 5K is the perfect way to kick off the spring season with a dash of excitement!
Join fellow runners and families in this exciting race, which not only promises a fun-filled day but also contributes to A Running Passion through donations. Registration fees start at just $28 for wicked early bird pre-registration, with options available up until race day. All registrants by April 1st will receive a race singlet, and there are cash prizes for overall winners, along with awards in various age groups and team categories. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy post-race refreshments and celebrate your accomplishments at the awards ceremony immediately following the race. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-time participant, the Dash for the Derby 5K is the perfect way to kick off the spring season with a dash of excitement!
Organiser's Description
KENTUCKY DERBY DAY
WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 2ND 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 ELIJAH CARET 16:47 2021 FEMALE MARISA SMITH 22:05 2021
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.
WHEN: SATURDAY MAY 2ND 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 ELIJAH CARET 16:47 2021 FEMALE MARISA SMITH 22:05 2021
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.
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