Downeast Dash

Lace up and join us for a fun-filled 5K & 1-Mile Run/Walk in Machias, Maine on Saturday, July 18th! All profits from the event will be donated to the Maine Veterans' Home in Machias to support the incredible care they provide to our veterans.

The race will begin and end at the Maine Veteran’s Home parking lot, with a post-race lunch to follow with the residents. 

5k pre-registration with a t-shirt is open through July 1st and will close at 11:59 P.M. 5k/1-mile general pre-registration will close July 17th @10:00 AM. Check-in will take place from 8:00–9:15 A.M. at the Maine Veteran’s Home parking lot. The 1-Mile Run/Walk kicks off at 9:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:00 AM. 

After the race, stick around for raffle prizes generously donated by our amazing race sponsors. There's also an opportunity to make an additional donation during registration to further support the Maine Veteran’s Home in Machias.

Come out, get active, support a great cause, and help us continue giving back to those who have served our country!

Join fellow runners on July 18, 2026 for the Downeast Dash. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Machias.