Back Cove Series
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WEEKLY BACK COVE SERIES 2026
The Weekly Back Cove Series is a 14-week set of races held at Back Cove Park and Back Cove Trail in Portland, Maine, presented by Marathon Sports Maine. Each race uses the same measured course; the race distance is 5K. The series runs from May 27, 2026 through August 26, 2026.
Registration for the series is paid once for the entire season and is completed online only. A portion of registration fees is donated to Portland Trails and A Running Passion. Participants receive a single race bib for the whole series and must keep and visibly wear that bib for identification throughout the season.
Bib pick-up is available at the Portland store prior to the first race and at Back Cove before each race or during store hours. T-shirts can be added to registration for an additional charge, and participants who complete all 14 races receive a season finisher hoodie.
City limits restrict weekly field size to 250 runners. Weekly check-in is required and opens on Saturday before each race; check-in closes on Wednesday afternoon or when capacity is reached. The series includes themed race days on selected dates, a Grand Prix overall awards competition, age group prizes based on cumulative times, and a community spirit award. Results are posted on the event website and several local organizations and sponsors support the series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
