Tour de Gourd

  • Date Mon 12th October 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Newcastle, Maine
  • Price $11.60 - $27.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for a unique and exhilarating experience at the Tour de Gourd on Monday, October 12, 2026, in the charming town of Newcastle, Lincoln! This exciting 5k run invites participants to race through the picturesque streets of Newcastle and Damariscotta, showcasing historic buildings and the impressive sight of gigantic pumpkins. Whether you're an experienced runner aiming for a personal best or a parent enjoying a fun day out with your little one in a stroller, this event welcomes everyone to join in the festivities. Not only can you participate in the race, but you can also come out to cheer on the runners while savoring a delicious coffee and breakfast pastry. Don't miss this spectacular celebration of the Twin Villages – mark your calendars and get ready to run with the pumpkins!

Organiser's Description

Looking for a way to experience the pumpkins like never before? This 5k run puts Main Street center stage as participants race through Newcastle and Damariscotta's historic buildings and gigantic gourds. Anyone can enter the event and take part in a spectacular celebration of the Twin Villages: from experienced runners looking for a personal best time, to parents pushing the little one in a stroller. Another way to take part is to come into town to cheer on the racers while enjoying a coffee and breakfast pastry.

Races

  • Tour De Gourd 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee

    Mon 12th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS 01 JUN
    Chip Timing. 5k is just over 3 miles. The initial segment goes through the downtown with a road closure in place. The remainder is on quiet back streets. The finish is downtown Damariscotta, about 0.25 miles from the start.
  • Tour De Gourd Walk

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Mon 12th October 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $11.60

    OPENS 01 JUN
    Walkers are untimed. This route is just less than 2 miles and should take around 40 minutes to complete. The initial segment goes through the downtown with a road closure in place. The remainder is on quiet back streets. The finish is downtown Damariscotta, about 0.25 miles from the start.

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Location

4 Pump St, Newcastle, 04553, ME, United States

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