Raccoon Run 5K
- Date Sun 15th June 2025
- Location Portland, Maine
- Price $26.44
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Raccoon Run 5K on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in beautiful Portland, Cumberland! This unique race features a scenic off-road course that promises a refreshing change from the typical race experience. With a start time of 9 AM at 84 Baxter Blvd, participants can enjoy a lively atmosphere complemented by light-hearted jokes from the race director.
Before the race kicks off, make sure to pick up your race packet at Fleet Feet Maine Running located at 309 Marginal Way between 7:30 and 8:45 AM. Runners can take advantage of early bird registration rates, starting as low as $24 until January 8th, making it an affordable opportunity to join in the excitement. Participants will receive colorful Raccoon Run T-shirts if registered by May 26th, and there are great competition prizes, including cash awards for overall winners and pint glasses for top finishers in various age groups. Plus, furry friends are welcome to join the fun—just make sure they behave! Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that supports the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland while celebrating health and camaraderie. Join us for a memorable day
Before the race kicks off, make sure to pick up your race packet at Fleet Feet Maine Running located at 309 Marginal Way between 7:30 and 8:45 AM. Runners can take advantage of early bird registration rates, starting as low as $24 until January 8th, making it an affordable opportunity to join in the excitement. Participants will receive colorful Raccoon Run T-shirts if registered by May 26th, and there are great competition prizes, including cash awards for overall winners and pint glasses for top finishers in various age groups. Plus, furry friends are welcome to join the fun—just make sure they behave! Don’t miss out on this fantastic community event that supports the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland while celebrating health and camaraderie. Join us for a memorable day
Organiser's Description
Raccoon Run 5K
Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration 7:30 to 8:45am at Fleet Feet Maine Running 309 Marginal Way Portland, Maine
9AM Start is at 84 Baxter Blvd Portland. SEE DESCRIPTION BELOW
Wicked Early Bird Pre Registration $24 by January 8th
Early bird pre-entry fee by April 1st $28 ---
$32 thereafter-----$37 Race Day
Race makes donations to: Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland
The Raccoon Run 5K Race is running the old fashioned way -- scenic off road courses -- great competition -- no rock bands -- 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!!!
Colorful Raccoon Run T-Shirts to all entered by May 26th as available after
Cash Prizes to Overall Winners
Course Records Male Elliot Conrad 17:04 2012 Female Gretchen Speed 18:35 2022
Raccoon Run Pint Glasses Top Male/Female Overall & Age Groups 14 & Under- 80+
Team Awards 1st Running Club, Corporate & Open Teams of 4 or more people.
Dogs welcome so long as they behave and participant gives way in the front of the start.
For more information E-mail: [email protected] Check payable to Pine Tree Race Services"
*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.
Packet Pickup and Race Day Registration 7:30 to 8:45am at Fleet Feet Maine Running 309 Marginal Way Portland, Maine
9AM Start is at 84 Baxter Blvd Portland. SEE DESCRIPTION BELOW
Wicked Early Bird Pre Registration $24 by January 8th
Early bird pre-entry fee by April 1st $28 ---
$32 thereafter-----$37 Race Day
Race makes donations to: Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland
The Raccoon Run 5K Race is running the old fashioned way -- scenic off road courses -- great competition -- no rock bands -- 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!!!
Colorful Raccoon Run T-Shirts to all entered by May 26th as available after
Cash Prizes to Overall Winners
Course Records Male Elliot Conrad 17:04 2012 Female Gretchen Speed 18:35 2022
Raccoon Run Pint Glasses Top Male/Female Overall & Age Groups 14 & Under- 80+
Team Awards 1st Running Club, Corporate & Open Teams of 4 or more people.
Dogs welcome so long as they behave and participant gives way in the front of the start.
For more information E-mail: [email protected] Check payable to Pine Tree Race Services"
*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.
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