Run for the Dogs - Portland
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Run for the Dogs - Portland
Run for the Dogs is a chip timed 5K held at Back Cove Park in Portland, Maine on August 29, 2026. The course is described as fast, flat, and scenic. Proceeds from the event support a local animal rescue.
Registration for the 5K has a fee of $25.00; registration opens March 26, 2026 and closes April 30, 2026. A virtual participation option is offered.
Registration includes a T-shirt, finisher medal, dog charm, 5K entry, chip timed race bib, live race results, finisher photographs, and finish line treats for humans and dogs. Timing and scoring are provided by J3 Timing and results will be posted online.
Participants may run or walk with a pet. All participating pets must be on a short lead and well behaved. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
