Breakaway 5K
When is Breakaway 5K?
Breakaway 5K takes place on Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Old Orchard Beach, ME.
What distances does Breakaway 5K offer?
Breakaway 5K offers 2 events: Breakaway 5K, Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakaway 5K | 5.0 km | $30.00 | Register |
| Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does Breakaway 5K cost?
Registration for Breakaway 5K starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Breakaway 5K held?
Breakaway 5K is held in Old Orchard Beach, ME at The Brunswick.
About Breakaway 5K
The Breakaway 5K and Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run are the principal fundraisers supporting scholarships for Old Orchard Beach High School graduates. The scholarships are awarded by the MAPS Scholarship Foundation, a group of retired educators and former students from OOB who aspire to support the continuing education of OOB High School graduates. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit the MAPS Foundation.
In 2025, MAPS Scholarship Foundation granted sixteen $1000 scholarships to Old Orchard Beach High School graduates.
The race start location is at the corner of Walnut St. & Milliken St. in front of the public parking lot. The course follows Milliken St. and West Grand Avenues to Ocean Park and back to the finish at The Brunswick. The course is mostly flat and fast. PR's Very Possible!! Join us at The Brunswick on the beach for a post-race continental breakfast and awards ceremony!
Race T-Shirt for first 300 runners registered.
*Registration closes on Monday, August 10, 2026. No race day registrations.
Pre-race packet pick up is Friday, August 14, 2026, 4:00-6:00 pm, at the Milliken Mills parking lot, near the race start. Race day packet pick up begins at 6:00 am at the Milliken Mills parking lot. Free race day parking in the public lot on Milliken Street until 10:00 am. Free