Great Bangor Marathon & Half
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Event overview
The Great Bangor Marathon & Half takes place on June 7, 2026 in Bangor, Maine. The event features two races:
- Marathon
- Half marathon
The start area is at the corner of Main Street and Dutton Street in Bangor. The finish is at Bangor Waterfront Park (Dutton Street entrance). The listed venue address is 515 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401.
Course and logistics
The full marathon runs through Bangor, out Valley Avenue to Broadway, with a turnaround in the town of Kenduskeag and a return to the Waterfront Park finish. The half marathon follows the same course with a turnaround on outer Broadway shortly after Pushaw Road. The course profile shows a 170' elevation difference from start to finish. The race is USATF sanctioned and Boston certified (Marathon ME24008BK; Half ME24007BK). All Sports Events is the official timer. There is no time limit for either race. Race operations will accept runners' bottles at the start operations tent for placement at water stations. A vendor area will be located at the finish line, and Geaghan’s is listed as a beverage sponsor with a beverage garden at the finish. The event notes nearby parking, lodging, and dining options.
Awards and extras
The event will offer prize money and awards for the marathon, half marathon, and age categories, with details announced in January 2026. In 2026 a special "Run the Highlands" medal is offered to participants who complete both this event and The Great Lincoln Marathon & Half. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
