Luv 2 Run Portland 5K
- Date Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Portland, Maine
- Price $28.56
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for the Luv 2 Run Portland 5K, taking place on Sunday, June 14th, 2026, in the beautiful city of Portland, Cumberland! This exciting event features a scenic off-road course perfect for both seasoned runners and enthusiastic walkers. Participants can look forward to a delightful race experience filled with fresh fruit, pastries, and plenty of laughs, courtesy of the race director's famous bad jokes. With race day registration starting at 7:30 AM at Marathon Sports, the race kicks off at 9 AM along the picturesque Back Cove Trail.
The Luv 2 Run Portland 5K isn't just about the run; it's about community and fun! Participants will receive colorful Luv2Run T-shirts and have the chance to win unique awards like pint glasses. Cash prizes will be awarded to overall winners, and team prizes will be given to the top running clubs and corporate teams. Plus, all participants aged 21 and over can enjoy a complimentary mimosa at the post-race party, while younger participants can join their parents for the festivities. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a good cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Sons of the Amvets Michael Shone
The Luv 2 Run Portland 5K isn't just about the run; it's about community and fun! Participants will receive colorful Luv2Run T-shirts and have the chance to win unique awards like pint glasses. Cash prizes will be awarded to overall winners, and team prizes will be given to the top running clubs and corporate teams. Plus, all participants aged 21 and over can enjoy a complimentary mimosa at the post-race party, while younger participants can join their parents for the festivities. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run for a good cause, as a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Sons of the Amvets Michael Shone
Organiser's Description
Luv 2 Run Portland 5K Walk/Run
WALKERS WELCOME
The Luv2Run Portland 5K Race is running the old fashioned way --- scenic off road courses --- great competition --- no rock bands --- fresh fruit & pastries --- no squeezable yogurt --- beautiful T-Shirts --- useful awards (pint glasses) --- plain water, not flavored water --- plus bad jokes by the race director before and after the race!!!
CASH PRIZES FOR OVERALL WINNERS
Sunday June 14th, 2026 9AM Back Cove Trail, Portland, ME*
Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration 7:30-8:45AM at Marathon Sports 309 Marginal Way Portland, Maine
Directions to Start: 84 Baxter Blvd Portland
$26 Wicked Early Bird Pre-Registration by January 1st $29 Early Bird Registration by April 1st--- $34 Thereafter--- $39 Race Day
Race Makes Donations to: Sons of the Amvets Michael Shone Scholarship
Colorful Luv2Run T-Shirts to entrants by May 10th, as available after this date.
Luv2Run Pint Glasses Top Male/Female Overall & Top 2 Male/Female Age Groups
Team Prizes to 1st Running Club, Corporate or Open Teams of 4 or more people.
50/50 Raffle $2 Per Chance
NEW FOR 2024 ALL PARTICIPANTS 21+ MAY RECEIVE ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY MIMOSA AT THE POST-RACE PARTY (NON-ALCOHOLIC MIMOSAS AVAILABLE AS WELL).
Post-Race Party at Charles J Loring Amvets Post 25 186 Washington Ave Portland 10:30AM. All under 21 must stay with parent.
For more information E-mail: [email protected]
**Due to recent changes in fee structures in the City of Portland and to keep race entry fee reasonable, packet pickup is 0.4 miles away from the finish and 0.9 miles away from the start. Maps will be provided. Driving time is less than 5 minutes from each location. There will be 15 minutes between closing of packet pickup and race start to allow runners to assemble.
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.
WALKERS WELCOME
The Luv2Run Portland 5K Race is running the old fashioned way --- scenic off road courses --- great competition --- no rock bands --- fresh fruit & pastries --- no squeezable yogurt --- beautiful T-Shirts --- useful awards (pint glasses) --- plain water, not flavored water --- plus bad jokes by the race director before and after the race!!!
CASH PRIZES FOR OVERALL WINNERS
Sunday June 14th, 2026 9AM Back Cove Trail, Portland, ME*
Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration 7:30-8:45AM at Marathon Sports 309 Marginal Way Portland, Maine
Directions to Start: 84 Baxter Blvd Portland
$26 Wicked Early Bird Pre-Registration by January 1st $29 Early Bird Registration by April 1st--- $34 Thereafter--- $39 Race Day
Race Makes Donations to: Sons of the Amvets Michael Shone Scholarship
Colorful Luv2Run T-Shirts to entrants by May 10th, as available after this date.
Luv2Run Pint Glasses Top Male/Female Overall & Top 2 Male/Female Age Groups
Team Prizes to 1st Running Club, Corporate or Open Teams of 4 or more people.
50/50 Raffle $2 Per Chance
NEW FOR 2024 ALL PARTICIPANTS 21+ MAY RECEIVE ONE (1) COMPLIMENTARY MIMOSA AT THE POST-RACE PARTY (NON-ALCOHOLIC MIMOSAS AVAILABLE AS WELL).
Post-Race Party at Charles J Loring Amvets Post 25 186 Washington Ave Portland 10:30AM. All under 21 must stay with parent.
For more information E-mail: [email protected]
**Due to recent changes in fee structures in the City of Portland and to keep race entry fee reasonable, packet pickup is 0.4 miles away from the finish and 0.9 miles away from the start. Maps will be provided. Driving time is less than 5 minutes from each location. There will be 15 minutes between closing of packet pickup and race start to allow runners to assemble.
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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Luv 2 Run Portland 5K
Incl. $2.56 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 14th June 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.56
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