Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market

  • Date Sun 31st August 2025
  • Time 10:45AM EDT
  • Location Cumberland Center, Maine
  • Price $16.90 - $54.00
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances 1 Mile, 5km

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Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fitness and fun at the Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at the picturesque Cumberland Center in Cumberland! This exciting event promises a unique blend of competitive races and community spirit, set against the backdrop of the historic Cumberland Fairground, where racehorses have thrilled audiences for over 154 years. Participants can choose from a variety of race categories, including the Elite Mile, Adult Mile (18+), Youth Mile (12-17), Kids 1/2 Mile (5-12), and the Open 5k, as well as the Mile/5k Double and Virtual participation options.

But that's not all! The Fairgrounds 5k also features a vibrant farmers market, live music, and a festive atmosphere that’s perfect for the whole family. This event is run entirely by volunteers, with all proceeds benefiting local nonprofits such as MOFGA, Cumberland County 4H Leader's Association, and the Valor Youth Program. Join us for a morning of exhilarating races and community connection that you won't want to miss!

Organiser's Description

Join us for a morning of races, a farmers market, music and so much fun! This is not your ordinary race. Racehorses have been giving their all on the Cumberland Fairground track for 154 years. Imagine the finish youll have tapping into their spirited, courageous and determined energy! We are getting creative with details to bring the maximum joy and impact to this event run entirely by volunteers and supporting some incredible local nonprofits!

Registration benefits these nonprofits: MOFGA, Cumberland County 4H Leader's Association & Valor Youth Program

Race Categories: Elite Mile, Adult mile (18+), Youth mile (12-17), Kids 1/2 mile (5-12), Open 5k, Mile/5k Double & Virtual participation

Races

  • Blazing Fast Elite Mile

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 31st August 2025 (10:45AM EDT)

    $27.50

    Suggested time standards: Women: 5:45 or under Men: 4:45 or under 2 laps on the horse track!
  • Open Mile (18 +)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    Sun 31st August 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    2 laps on the horse track!
  • Youth Mile (12-17)

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    Sun 31st August 2025 (11:15AM EDT)

    $27.50

    2 laps on the horse track!
  • Kids 1/2 Mile (5-12)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee

    Sun 31st August 2025 (11:30PM EDT)

    $16.90

    1 lap on the horse track!
  • Open 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    $38.10

    Race or walk around the fairgrounds and finish on the horse track! Open to youth and adults!
  • Mile & 5k Double

    Incl. $4.00 Fee

    Sun 31st August 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

  • Virtual 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    $38.10

  • Blazing Fast Elite Mile & 5k Double

    Incl. $4.00 Fee

    Sun 31st August 2025 (10:45AM EDT)

    $54.00

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Location

197 Blanchard Rd., Cumberland Center, 04021, ME, United States

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