Downeast Dash
- Date Thu 18th June 2026 - Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Machias, Maine
- Price $6.30 - $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the Downeast Dash in Machias, Maine! On Saturday, July 18th, 2026, lace up your running shoes for a spirited 5K and 1-Mile Run/Walk, all while supporting a noble cause. This fantastic event will be held at the Maine Veterans Home parking lot, where all profits will be donated to help care for our cherished veterans.
The festivities kick off with check-in starting at 8:15 AM, followed by the 1-Mile Run/Walk at 9:30 AM and the 5K race at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy a delicious post-race lunch with the residents and try their luck at winning raffle prizes from generous sponsors. Don’t miss out on the chance to register by July 1st for a t-shirt and support an amazing cause that honors those who have served our country. Join us for a day of community spirit, fitness, and giving back!
The festivities kick off with check-in starting at 8:15 AM, followed by the 1-Mile Run/Walk at 9:30 AM and the 5K race at 10:00 AM. After crossing the finish line, participants can enjoy a delicious post-race lunch with the residents and try their luck at winning raffle prizes from generous sponsors. Don’t miss out on the chance to register by July 1st for a t-shirt and support an amazing cause that honors those who have served our country. Join us for a day of community spirit, fitness, and giving back!
Organiser's Description
Lace up and join us for a fun-filled 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk in Machias, Maine on Saturday, July 18th! All profits from the event will be donated to the Maine Veterans' Home in Machias to support the incredible care they provide to our veterans.
The race will begin and end at the Maine Veterans Home parking lot, with a post-race lunch to follow with the residents.
5k pre-registration with a t-shirt is open through July 1st and will close at 11:59 P.M. 5k/1-mile general pre-registration will close July 17th @10:00 AM. Check-in will take place from 815 A.M. at the Maine Veterans Home parking lot. The 1-Mile Run/Walk kicks off at 9:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:00 AM.
After the race, stick around for raffle prizes generously donated by our amazing race sponsors. There's also an opportunity to make an additional donation during registration to further support the Maine Veterans Home in Machias.
Come out, get active, support a great cause, and help us continue giving back to those who have served our country!
The race will begin and end at the Maine Veterans Home parking lot, with a post-race lunch to follow with the residents.
5k pre-registration with a t-shirt is open through July 1st and will close at 11:59 P.M. 5k/1-mile general pre-registration will close July 17th @10:00 AM. Check-in will take place from 815 A.M. at the Maine Veterans Home parking lot. The 1-Mile Run/Walk kicks off at 9:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:00 AM.
After the race, stick around for raffle prizes generously donated by our amazing race sponsors. There's also an opportunity to make an additional donation during registration to further support the Maine Veterans Home in Machias.
Come out, get active, support a great cause, and help us continue giving back to those who have served our country!
Races
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5K With T-Shirt
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$32.80
CLOSED -
5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$22.20
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1 Mile
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$11.60
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1 Mile - Kids
Incl. $1.30 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$6.30
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T-Shirts
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Thu 18th June 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$22.20
CLOSED
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32 Veterans Way, Machias, 04654, ME, United States
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