Augusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
About this race
Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Augusta Marathon & Half with the introduction of the AUGUSTA MARATHON – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival on Sunday July 12, 2026 starting at 7 am at Elk Lodge, 397 Civic Center Dr, Augusta Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified (Marathon ME25002JK). The full marathon will run from 397 Civic Center Dr out Route 11/27 to Belgrade Lakes Maine and back to the beginging. (course maps can be found on our website) or The Great Augusta Marathon & Half 2025 · Ride with GPS.
We have already secured Pine Tree Racing Services to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race.
For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up.
We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family.
More information can be found on our website www.mesa-maine.org or on our Facebook page Maine Endurance Sports Alliance. Packet pickup will be July 11, 2026, from 3-6 pm at THE MAINE EXPERIENCE close to the starting line.
In 2026, we are offering a special medal "Run the Moose" for participants who complete both the Augusta Marathon and the Waterville Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify.
NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify.
Join fellow runners on July 12, 2026 for the Augusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival. It's a fantastic Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K, 5K featuring a flat and fast course in Augusta.
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Augusta Marathon
This is a great opportunity to get your Maine Marathon or just find an excuse to enjoy Augusta!! In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify. NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify
Augusta Half Marathon
In 2026, we are once again offering a special medal "Run the Highlands" for participants who complete both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify. NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify
Augusta 10K - Running Festival
Ok so you know how to run but don't want the pressure of the 1/2 or Full we got you covered. This 10K run features all the amazing perks of the long courses except the finisher medal. Come on out and push yourself for the pride in a great run well done.
Augusta 5K - Running Festival
Don't know what all the craziness is about? Want to experience a Marathon without all that running? The 5K is for YOU!!! Get all the fun of the long course except the finisher medal. You will get a better understanding to running and have a great time. See you are the start line!!
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About Augusta
Augusta Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival takes place in Augusta, Maine, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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