"Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk
- Date Fri 4th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Winthrop, Maine
- Price $32.95
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the 23rd annual "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk on Friday, July 4, 2025, in the picturesque town of Winthrop, Kennebec! This beloved community event is the perfect way to kick off your Independence Day celebrations, whether you're a seasoned runner, a casual jogger, or a leisurely walker. The 5K course offers a scenic loop through downtown Main Street and along the stunning eastern shore of Maranacook Lake, making it an enjoyable experience for participants of all ages.
Check-in opens at 7:00 AM, with same-day registration available until 7:45 AM. The race will officially start at 8:00 AM, so be sure to arrive early to soak in the excitement! Participants can compete for awards in various age categories, with prizes for the top finishers in both men's and women's divisions. Don’t miss your chance to secure a race T-shirt by registering before June 15th! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a fun-filled day dedicated to community spirit and outdoor activity!
Check-in opens at 7:00 AM, with same-day registration available until 7:45 AM. The race will officially start at 8:00 AM, so be sure to arrive early to soak in the excitement! Participants can compete for awards in various age categories, with prizes for the top finishers in both men's and women's divisions. Don’t miss your chance to secure a race T-shirt by registering before June 15th! Mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for a fun-filled day dedicated to community spirit and outdoor activity!
Organiser's Description
2025 "MARANACOOK LAKE ASSOCIATION AND WATERSHED FRIENDS ON THE 4TH" 5K RUN AND/OR WALK
We are excited to announce the partnership between Maranacook Lake Association and the Watershed Friends to continue this beloved community event on its 23rd anniversary!! Start the 4th of July off on the right foot and join the gang at Central Maine's most popular race!
The "Friends on the 4th" 5K course is a forgiving, "feel good" race open for all runners, joggers and walkers. After a loop through downtown Main Street, most of the course follows the beautiful eastern shore of Maranacook Lake.
CHECK IN IS AT 7:00 AM. SAME DAY REGISTRATION 7:00 - 7:45 AM. THE RACE STARTS AT 8:00 AM.
Awards:
Men & Women, 1st place awards for the following age groups: 10 and under male and female, 11-14 male and female; 15-18 male and female; 19-29 male and female; 30-39 male and female; 40-49 male and female; 50-59 male and female; 60-69 male and female; 70 and over male and female.
Payment and registration form must be received by midnight, EST on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in order to guarantee a race T-shirt.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 3:00 PM EST ON JULY 3, 2025.
Last minute registration on race day may begin at 7:00 am* at the American Legion, 117 Bowdoin Street, and ENDS at 7:45 am. TO EXPEDITE THE SAME DAY REGISTRATION PROCESS WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO BRING CASH. A $40 REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE CHARGED. In order to encourage advance registration and to maximize the fundraising dollars that go back to preserving our watershed, t-shirts will not be available for same day registrants and are not guaranteed after June 15th due to ordering deadlines.
QUESTIONS? Contact Race Co-Chairs, Cami Wilbert or Peter Washburn via email [email protected].
For the safety of runners, parking is not allowed along the race route. Parking attendants will guide participants & spectators to designated parking areas.
*SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS MAY BE LIMITED OR NOT AVAILABLE DEPENDING ON STATE OF MAINE REGULATIONS. PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. DUE TO ORDERING DEADLINES, REGISTER BY JUNE 15TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT.
We are excited to announce the partnership between Maranacook Lake Association and the Watershed Friends to continue this beloved community event on its 23rd anniversary!! Start the 4th of July off on the right foot and join the gang at Central Maine's most popular race!
The "Friends on the 4th" 5K course is a forgiving, "feel good" race open for all runners, joggers and walkers. After a loop through downtown Main Street, most of the course follows the beautiful eastern shore of Maranacook Lake.
CHECK IN IS AT 7:00 AM. SAME DAY REGISTRATION 7:00 - 7:45 AM. THE RACE STARTS AT 8:00 AM.
Awards:
Men & Women, 1st place awards for the following age groups: 10 and under male and female, 11-14 male and female; 15-18 male and female; 19-29 male and female; 30-39 male and female; 40-49 male and female; 50-59 male and female; 60-69 male and female; 70 and over male and female.
Payment and registration form must be received by midnight, EST on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in order to guarantee a race T-shirt.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL 3:00 PM EST ON JULY 3, 2025.
Last minute registration on race day may begin at 7:00 am* at the American Legion, 117 Bowdoin Street, and ENDS at 7:45 am. TO EXPEDITE THE SAME DAY REGISTRATION PROCESS WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO BRING CASH. A $40 REGISTRATION FEE WILL BE CHARGED. In order to encourage advance registration and to maximize the fundraising dollars that go back to preserving our watershed, t-shirts will not be available for same day registrants and are not guaranteed after June 15th due to ordering deadlines.
QUESTIONS? Contact Race Co-Chairs, Cami Wilbert or Peter Washburn via email [email protected].
For the safety of runners, parking is not allowed along the race route. Parking attendants will guide participants & spectators to designated parking areas.
*SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS MAY BE LIMITED OR NOT AVAILABLE DEPENDING ON STATE OF MAINE REGULATIONS. PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. DUE TO ORDERING DEADLINES, REGISTER BY JUNE 15TH TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT.
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"Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K - TIMED
Incl. $2.95 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 4th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.95
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