John Andrews Memorial 5K

  • Date Sat 30th May 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Saco, Maine
  • Price $27.50 - $38.10
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, for the John Andrews Memorial 5K in Saco, Maine, a spirited event celebrating the legacy of the Eastern Trail's founder. This exciting 3.1-mile trail run or walk will take you along the picturesque Eastern Trail, starting and finishing at the Mill Brook Industrial Park. With the race kicking off promptly at 9 AM and check-in beginning at 8 AM, participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with community spirit and camaraderie.

The John Andrews Memorial 5K is not just a race; it's a chance to honor a visionary who dedicated his life to creating a multi-use greenway that enhances the lives of countless visitors. Registration is just $35 for adults and $25 for students and youth, with a special offer of a free race tech t-shirt for those who register by May 2nd. Don’t miss this opportunity to support the Eastern Trail Alliance and contribute to the ongoing mission of maintaining and enhancing this beloved trail. Come run, walk, and celebrate with us!

Organiser's Description

The John Andrews Memorial 5K is a signature fundraising event of the Eastern Trail Alliance, a nonprofit that builds, maintains, and promotes the Eastern Trail, southern Maine's premier multi-use greenway. Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026 for a timed 3.1 mile trail run or walk along the scenic Eastern Trail followed by an awards ceremony to celebrate and acknowledge the top finishers. The race begins and ends in the Mill Brook Industrial Park (Saco, ME) with ample parking at Maine Molecular. Registration fee is $35 per person, $40 day of the race for adults, or $25 for students (13 to 17 years old) and youth (12 and under) REGISTER ON OR BEFORE MAY 2ND TO RECEIVE A FREE RACE TECH T-SHIRT.

EVENT DETAILS:

DATE: SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026

LOCATION: MILL BROOK PARK - EASTERN TRAIL

TIME: RACE STARTS PROMPTLY AT 9AM. CHECKIN BEGINS AT 8AM.



This race honors John Andrews, the Eastern Trail's legendary founder, who passed away in 2017. Johns vision to create the Eastern Trail started in the early 1990s. He worked patiently and persistently for decades to put the Eastern Trail on the map throughout southern Maine. Today, hundreds of thousands of visitors enjoy the trail every year. Your participation in this race and generous support enables the Eastern Trail Alliance to continue John's mission, working to ensure the existing trail is well maintained, safe, and clean, and ultimately extended to Kittery through ongoing trail-building campaigns.

Races

  • 5k

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & Tech T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

    CLOSED
    No dogs, please.
  • 5K - Student Rate for Ages 13-17

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
    Students ages 13 to 17 can register to participate in this fun 5K Trail Run/Walk.
  • 5K - Youth Rate for Ages 12 and Under

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 30th May 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    CLOSED
    Youth ages 12 and under can participate in this fun Trail run/walk through the Eastern Trail. Youth receive a free medal upon completion.

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Location

23 Mill Brook Road, (Maine Molecular at Mill Brook Industrial Park), Saco, 04072, ME, United States

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