Save Your Breath 5K
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Augusta, Maine
- Price Free - $40.00
- Races 7 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us on Sunday, October 18, 2026, for the vibrant Save Your Breath 5K event in Augusta, Kennebec! Following the success of last year's race, this year's event promises to be even more exciting, featuring a live chip-timed 5K along the scenic rail trail. Participants can also enjoy a new timed walking option, perfect for those who prefer a leisurely pace but still want to be part of the action.
In addition to the race, attendees can look forward to a lively atmosphere filled with music, an award ceremony, and a thrilling silent auction at the YMCA. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal, and those who register before September 19th will also receive an event t-shirt. This event not only encourages fitness and community spirit but also serves as a crucial fundraiser for Free ME from Lung Cancer, supporting vital programs in lung cancer research and patient care. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day of running or walking!
In addition to the race, attendees can look forward to a lively atmosphere filled with music, an award ceremony, and a thrilling silent auction at the YMCA. Every participant will receive a finisher's medal, and those who register before September 19th will also receive an event t-shirt. This event not only encourages fitness and community spirit but also serves as a crucial fundraiser for Free ME from Lung Cancer, supporting vital programs in lung cancer research and patient care. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day of running or walking!
Organiser's Description
After a very successful 2025 race, we are excited to invite you to another live Save Your Breath and Silent Auction Event for 2026. There will be lots of auction items to bid on again. Due to its popularity we have retained a virtual run for those who would rather run their race their way or cannot travel to Augusta to participate in the live chip timed event by Brian Berkemeyer at"Run In A Race." New this year is a timed walk. Yes, walkers who wish to be timed will receive a race bib. YOU MUST BE REGISTERED AT A TIME WALKER TO RECEIVE THE BIB. We had lots of inquiries last year about a time walk. Details are below on numerous discount codes that are offered for this upcoming event.
Enjoy the music at the start/finish line before and after you take part in this fast and relatively flat out and back 5k on the rail trail between the Y and the picturesque adirondack chairs in Hallowell.
The award ceremony and silent auction will be held, yet again, at YMCA and will begin once all participants have returned to the gym. All winners must be present to receive their award. All participants will receive a finishers medal.
EVENT TEE SHIRTS WILL BE ORDERED ON SEPTEMBER 19TH. ANY REGISTRATIONS AFTER THAT DATE WILL NOT RECEIVE AN EVENT TEE SHIRT.
This event is a fundraiser to help support Free ME from Lun Cancer's mission ~ research, help uninsured high risk patients get access to early lung detection via low dose CT scans, help single family low income homeowners get access to radon air abatement systems, transportation to medical appointments and treatment for our rural communities, and patient support and care. Please consider making an extra donation when you register or set up a fundraising page so that your family, friends and coworkers can support your run.
WE HAVE A NUMBER OF DISCOUNTS WE ARE ABLE TO PROVIDE THIS YEAR WHICH ARE LISTED BELOW. IF YOU QUALIFY, PLEASE REACH OUT TOO DEB AT [email protected] TO RECEIVE THE COUPON CODE. COUPON CODES CANNOT BE COMBINED.
* THOSE RAISING $100.00 OR MORE WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE REGISTRATION. YOU MUST SET UP A REGISTRATION PAGE AND RAISE THE MONEY BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE EVENT. ONCE YOU HAVE RAISED $100, PLEASE REACH OUT TO DEB TO RECEIVE YOUR COUPON TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT.
* MEMBERS OF CENTRAL MAINE STRIDERS AND SABATTUS RUNNING CLUB WILL RECEIVE A $10.00 DISCOUNT TOWARDS THEIR REGISTRATION. IF YOU ARE A MEMBER OF A CLUB THAT IS NOT MENTIONED AND WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE, WE WILLBE HAPPY TO PROVIDE A COUPON FOR THE SAME DISCOUNT FOR YOUR RUNNING CLUB.
* WE ALSO HAVE A $10.00 OFF COUPON FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE NOT TO RECEIVE AN EVENT TEE SHIRT BEFORE THE TEE SHIRT DEADLINE.
* Seniors and Veterans get $10.00 off their registration. Student registration is $20.00.
PLEASE REACH OUT TO DEB TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT COUPON OF YOUR CHOUCE BEFORE REGISTERING. SHE CAN BE REACHED AT [email protected] OR 207-215-9035.
This is the only event we will be holding to support our foundation's programs. On-line donations are processed at 4%. This supports RunSignUp portal. Free ME from Lung Cancer will be absorbing the race processing fees again this year.
We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish on October 19th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish line on October 19th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.
Enjoy the music at the start/finish line before and after you take part in this fast and relatively flat out and back 5k on the rail trail between the Y and the picturesque adirondack chairs in Hallowell.
The award ceremony and silent auction will be held, yet again, at YMCA and will begin once all participants have returned to the gym. All winners must be present to receive their award. All participants will receive a finishers medal.
EVENT TEE SHIRTS WILL BE ORDERED ON SEPTEMBER 19TH. ANY REGISTRATIONS AFTER THAT DATE WILL NOT RECEIVE AN EVENT TEE SHIRT.
This event is a fundraiser to help support Free ME from Lun Cancer's mission ~ research, help uninsured high risk patients get access to early lung detection via low dose CT scans, help single family low income homeowners get access to radon air abatement systems, transportation to medical appointments and treatment for our rural communities, and patient support and care. Please consider making an extra donation when you register or set up a fundraising page so that your family, friends and coworkers can support your run.
WE HAVE A NUMBER OF DISCOUNTS WE ARE ABLE TO PROVIDE THIS YEAR WHICH ARE LISTED BELOW. IF YOU QUALIFY, PLEASE REACH OUT TOO DEB AT [email protected] TO RECEIVE THE COUPON CODE. COUPON CODES CANNOT BE COMBINED.
* THOSE RAISING $100.00 OR MORE WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE REGISTRATION. YOU MUST SET UP A REGISTRATION PAGE AND RAISE THE MONEY BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THE EVENT. ONCE YOU HAVE RAISED $100, PLEASE REACH OUT TO DEB TO RECEIVE YOUR COUPON TO REGISTER FOR THE EVENT.
* MEMBERS OF CENTRAL MAINE STRIDERS AND SABATTUS RUNNING CLUB WILL RECEIVE A $10.00 DISCOUNT TOWARDS THEIR REGISTRATION. IF YOU ARE A MEMBER OF A CLUB THAT IS NOT MENTIONED AND WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE, WE WILLBE HAPPY TO PROVIDE A COUPON FOR THE SAME DISCOUNT FOR YOUR RUNNING CLUB.
* WE ALSO HAVE A $10.00 OFF COUPON FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE NOT TO RECEIVE AN EVENT TEE SHIRT BEFORE THE TEE SHIRT DEADLINE.
* Seniors and Veterans get $10.00 off their registration. Student registration is $20.00.
PLEASE REACH OUT TO DEB TO RECEIVE THE DISCOUNT COUPON OF YOUR CHOUCE BEFORE REGISTERING. SHE CAN BE REACHED AT [email protected] OR 207-215-9035.
This is the only event we will be holding to support our foundation's programs. On-line donations are processed at 4%. This supports RunSignUp portal. Free ME from Lung Cancer will be absorbing the race processing fees again this year.
We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish on October 19th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.We are all looking forward to seeing you all down at the finish line on October 19th. Any questions please contact Deb Violette at 207-215-9035.
Races
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5K Run Timed Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$40.00
This is a live run. However, should covid19 remain a problem the event will be converted to a virtual your race your place event. -
Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$40.00
This is a live walk. However, should covid19 remain a problem the event will be converted to a virtual your race your place event. -
Virtual 5k. Your Race. Your Place.
Incl. T-Shirt
$40.00
This is a virtual run. Your race. Your place. -
Virtual Walk. Your Walk. Your Place.
Incl. T-Shirt
$40.00
This is a virtual walk. Your walk. Your place -
Student 5k Timed Run
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
$20.00
This is a live run. However, should covid19 remain a problem the event will be converted to a virtual your race your place event. -
Timed Walkers
Incl. T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$40.00
This event is for walkers who wish to be timed. They will receive a race bib so they can be timed. -
Silent Auction
Sun 18th October 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
This is a silent auction. Its a great way to get a head start on all of your holiday shopping.
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