Maine Marathon
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Maine Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relay
The Maine Marathon weekend is a set of in-person and virtual races based in Portland, Maine, with the in-person course centered on Baxter Boulevard and Back Cove. The in-person races use an out-and-back course with rolling hills and provide views of the Portland skyline, Back Cove, Casco Bay, and peak fall foliage.
The Marathon and the Half Marathon are USATF certified. The Marathon serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. The Marathon Relay covers the marathon distance and is organized as a 2 to 4-person team event.
The event program also includes virtual options covering common race distances, allowing participants to complete their distance remotely.
Available races include:
- Marathon: 26.2 miles, USATF certified, Boston Marathon qualifier
- Half Marathon: 13.1 miles, USATF certified
- Marathon Relay: 26.2 miles, 2 to 4-person relay
- Virtual Marathon: 26.2 miles
- Virtual Half Marathon: 13.1 miles
- Virtual 5K
- Virtual 10K
The in-person start and finish are accessible from the Back Cove area. The event coincides with Portland’s local amenities such as breweries, restaurants and Old Port shopping, which are located near the race area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
