Back Cove Series
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Weekly Back Cove Series 2026
The Weekly Back Cove Series is a multi-week running series presented by Marathon Sports Maine at Back Cove Park on the Back Cove Trail in Portland, Maine. The course distance for the race portion is 5K and the series runs across 14 weekly races from late May through late August 2026.
Registration is online only and requires a single flat fee that covers the entire series. Bibs are issued once for the season and participants are asked to keep and visibly wear the same bib for every race. Optional event apparel is available for an additional charge, and a season finisher hoodie is provided to those who complete all 14 races.
Each weekly race is limited by city requirements to 250 participants. Registered runners must complete an online check-in each week; check-in opens on Saturday morning and closes on the Wednesday before each race or when capacity is reached. Participants who race without checking in risk affecting the series.
The series includes themed race nights on selected dates during June, July, and August. Awards include a Grand Prix for top cumulative times, age group awards based on cumulative times, and a community spirit award. A portion of registration fees supports Portland Trails and A Running Passion. Results are posted on the event website. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
