Run for the Dogs - Portland
- Date Sun 30th August 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Portland, Maine
- Price $53.99
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at the Run for the Dogs 5K in Portland, Cumberland, on Sunday, August 30, 2026! This exciting event features a fast, flat, and scenic course that showcases the beautiful views of Back Cove Park. Whether you're an avid runner or just looking for a fun day out with your furry friend, this race is perfect for all dog lovers.
With two start times at 8 AM and 10 AM, participants can enjoy a chip-timed experience while supporting a local rescue organization. Registration includes a stylish T-shirt, a finisher medal, a special dog charm, and even tasty treats for both humans and dogs at the finish line! Plus, you can run or walk with your pet, making it a perfect day for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this chance to have fun while giving back to the community—join us for the Run for the Dogs 5K and make some unforgettable memories!
With two start times at 8 AM and 10 AM, participants can enjoy a chip-timed experience while supporting a local rescue organization. Registration includes a stylish T-shirt, a finisher medal, a special dog charm, and even tasty treats for both humans and dogs at the finish line! Plus, you can run or walk with your pet, making it a perfect day for the whole family. Don’t miss out on this chance to have fun while giving back to the community—join us for the Run for the Dogs 5K and make some unforgettable memories!
Organiser's Description
RUN FOR THE DOGS 5K FEATURES A FAST, FLAT, AND SCENIC COURSE AND PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT SUPPORT A LOCAL RESCUE!
JOIN US ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026 FOR AN EXCITING EVENT THAT FEATURES THE SCENIC VIEWS OF BACK COVE PARK, PORTLAND, ME AND SUPPORTS A LOCAL RESCUE. DUE TO THE HUGE TURNOUT AT THIS EVENT, WE HAVE 2 START TIMES (8AM AND 10AM). WITH AWESOME SWAG FOR ALL DOG LOVERS AND RUNNERS, THIS RACE IS A SURE THING FOR A GREAT DOGGY GOOD TIME! THIS RACE IS TIMED AND SCORED BY J3 TIMING. RESULTS WILL BE POSTED AT WWW.J3TIMING.COM [http://www.J3Timing.com].
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
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_T-SHIRT _
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_FINISHER MEDAL_
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_DOG CHARM_
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_5K RUN/WALK ENTRY_
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_CHIP TIMED RACE BIB___
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_LIVE RACE RESULTS_
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_FINISHER PHOTOGRAPHS_
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_FINISH LINE TREATS FOR HUMANS AND DOGS!___
CAN I RUN WITH MY PET? ABSOLUTELY! WE ARE RUNNING TO SUPPORT PETS, PET LOVERS, AND ANIMAL CHARITIES! SO YOU CAN RUN OR WALK WITH OR WITHOUT YOUR PET! ALL PETS THAT ARE PARTICIPATING MUST BE ON A SHORT LEAD AND WELL BEHAVED.
CAN I PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY? YES, CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/YourTown/RunfortheDogs5kVirtualRun]TO REGISTER FOR OUR VIRTUAL RUN FOR THE DOGS.
START TIME: 2 WAVES (8AM AND 10AM). YOU WILL SELECT YOUR START TIME DURING REGISTRATION
PACKET PICKUP: WILL BE ON RACE DAY BEGINNING 1 HOUR PRIOR TO RACE START TIME.
JOIN US ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 30, 2026 FOR AN EXCITING EVENT THAT FEATURES THE SCENIC VIEWS OF BACK COVE PARK, PORTLAND, ME AND SUPPORTS A LOCAL RESCUE. DUE TO THE HUGE TURNOUT AT THIS EVENT, WE HAVE 2 START TIMES (8AM AND 10AM). WITH AWESOME SWAG FOR ALL DOG LOVERS AND RUNNERS, THIS RACE IS A SURE THING FOR A GREAT DOGGY GOOD TIME! THIS RACE IS TIMED AND SCORED BY J3 TIMING. RESULTS WILL BE POSTED AT WWW.J3TIMING.COM [http://www.J3Timing.com].
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
*
_T-SHIRT _
*
_FINISHER MEDAL_
*
_DOG CHARM_
*
_5K RUN/WALK ENTRY_
*
_CHIP TIMED RACE BIB___
*
_LIVE RACE RESULTS_
*
_FINISHER PHOTOGRAPHS_
*
_FINISH LINE TREATS FOR HUMANS AND DOGS!___
CAN I RUN WITH MY PET? ABSOLUTELY! WE ARE RUNNING TO SUPPORT PETS, PET LOVERS, AND ANIMAL CHARITIES! SO YOU CAN RUN OR WALK WITH OR WITHOUT YOUR PET! ALL PETS THAT ARE PARTICIPATING MUST BE ON A SHORT LEAD AND WELL BEHAVED.
CAN I PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY? YES, CLICK HERE [https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/YourTown/RunfortheDogs5kVirtualRun]TO REGISTER FOR OUR VIRTUAL RUN FOR THE DOGS.
START TIME: 2 WAVES (8AM AND 10AM). YOU WILL SELECT YOUR START TIME DURING REGISTRATION
PACKET PICKUP: WILL BE ON RACE DAY BEGINNING 1 HOUR PRIOR TO RACE START TIME.
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.99 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 30th August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$53.99
CLOSED
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Location
Back Cove Park, Back Cove Park, Portland, 04101, ME, United States
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