Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race
When is Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race?
Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race takes place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 in Portland, ME.
What distances does Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race offer?
Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race offers 6 events: Community Race, Community Walk, Fundraiser: Community Race, Virtual Community Walk or Race, Fundraiser: Community Walk, Fundraiser: Virtual Community Walk or Race.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Race | 3.5 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Community Walk | 3.5 mi | $25.00 | Register |
| Fundraiser: Community Race | 3.5 mi | $35.00 | Register |
| Virtual Community Walk or Race | 5.0 km | $25.00 | Register |
| Fundraiser: Community Walk | — | $25.00 | Register |
| Fundraiser: Virtual Community Walk or Race | — | $25.00 | Register |
How much does Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race cost?
Registration for Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race starts at $25.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race held?
Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race is held in Portland, ME at Payson Park & Back Cove.
About Maine Needs - A Community Walk & Race
Join us around Back Cove for our 2nd Annual Maine Needs Community Walk & Race presented by Maine Beer Company!
This event is a family-friendly community effort that brings together students, families, local businesses, and community members to do what's right for a morning of fun, fitness, and fundraising. The event features a 5K run combined with a 3.5 mile run and 3.5 mile walk. Attendees will also enjoy visiting with local non-profits and event sponsors, face painting for kids, a DJ, Maine Needs merch for sale, coffee, snacks and more!
All proceeds help support Maine Needs mission of providing basic material goods for individuals and families throughout Maine.
Each week, Maine Needs receives 1,000+ requests from caseworkers, teachers, nurses and street outreach teams for basics, such as; sneakers, boots, clothing, outdoor gear, socks, underwear, diapers, bedding, towels, kitchen basics, baby gear, tents, sleeping bags, soap, deodorant and cleaning products. These items reach individuals and families all over Maine that are going without these essential items.
Over 6,000 volunteers support the work of 523 providers from 265 organizations across Maine. Support our mission and enjoy a morning along Back Cove. You don’t want to miss it!
Do what's right. Essential needs for all.
Prepare for Event Day
2 Options to pick up your Walk or Race bib:
Friday May 22nd 3pm to 7pm at Maine Needs - 2385 Congress St., Portland
Saturday May 23rd 7:45am to 8:45am - on site at Payson Park
Please bring a photo ID with you. You may pick up bibs for your friends and family.
Collecting donations for sneakers, tick spray, sun screen or Summer Fun Kits!
Additional Event Day notes:
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Water stops can be found at Mile 2 and the Finish.
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There are Mile Markers every half mile.
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Runner times are recorded at the 5K mark and at the 3.5 mile finish line.
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There will be overall and age group awards for the 3.5 mile race, as well as awards for the top 5 who finish under 21 minutes in the 5K.
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Stick around after the Walk & Race to enjoy corn hole, vendors, food trucks and the Maine Beer Company beer garden.
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Parking: there are parking spots in and around Payson Park. Please take note of no parking signs and obey all rules.
Course Map
Course will take participants around Back Cove in Portland and starts at Payson Park.
