The Machias Blueberry Run: In-Person 5-Mile /1-Mile Fun Run
About this race
2026 Machias Blueberry 5-Mile Run/Walk & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
The Beth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center is proud to sponsor the 2026 Machias Blueberry 5-Mile Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.
Join us as we raise funds to support the Down East Cancer Patient Navigation Program, which provides compassionate, effective support for individuals facing cancer. Through this program, patients receive assistance accessing treatment, resources, and services throughout their cancer journey.
Additional donations are greatly appreciated. All donations are tax-deductible.
Packet Pickup
Participants who pre-register may pick up their race packets at:
Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot
(former Machias Town Office)
118 Court Street, Machias, Maine
Friday, August 14, 2026
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM
Race Day Information
Race-day registration will be held at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot, 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine, beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM. PLEASE NOTE: Packet pickup and registration close at 7:00 AM SHARP on race day. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements.
5-Mile Run/Walk: Starts promptly at 8:00 AM
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: Begins immediately following the start of the 5-mile race
Awards will be presented following the race in the Machias Valley Christian School parking lot.
Registration Fees
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Pre-registration: $25
Race-day registration: $30
5-Mile Run/Walk
Pre-registration: $35
Race-day registration: $40
Awards
5-Mile Run/Walk
Overall Awards
Overall Male
Overall Female
Age Group Awards (Male & Female)
15–18
19–30
31–40
41–50
51–60
60+
Walking Awards
First Female Walker
First Male Walker
1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Top Female and Male Finishers
Ages 8 & Under
Ages 9–10
Ages 11–14
Race Rules and Safety Requirements
Per insurance and safety requirements, headphones and pets are not permitted on the race course for either event.
Baby strollers are welcome on the 1-mile course; however, participants with strollers are to start at the back of the line for everyone's safety.
Health & Wellness Guidelines
Participants must be healthy to attend and participate. If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of illness on race day, please do not attend the event. We appreciate your cooperation and consideration for fellow participants, volunteers, and staff.
Participants are encouraged to stay informed of the latest recommendations and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health authorities.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Join fellow runners on August 15, 2026 for the The Machias Blueberry Run: In-Person 5-Mile /1-Mile Fun Run. It's a fantastic 8K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Machias.
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Running
The Machias Blueberry 5 Mile Run In-Person
Packet Pickup Participants who pre-register may pick up their race packets at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot (formerly the Machias Town Office), located at 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine. Friday, August 14, 2026: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday, August 15, 2026: 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Important: Packet pickup will close promptly at 7:00 AM on race day. PLEASE NOTE: Packet pickup and registration close at 7:00 AM SHARP on race day. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. No race packets will be available for pickup after 7:00 AM. Please plan accordingly and arrive early. Race Day Information Race-day registration will be held at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot, 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine, beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM. Please note: Registration and packet pickup close at 7:00 AM SHARP. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. The 5-Mile Run/Walk will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk line-up will begin immediately following the start of the 5-mile event. Awards will be presented following the race in the Machias Valley Christian School parking lot. Registration Fees 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk $25.00 pre-registration $30.00 on race day 5-Mile Run/Walk $35.00 pre-registration $40.00 on race day 5-Mile Awards Overall Awards Overall Male Overall Female Male and Female Age Groups 15–18 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 60+ Walking Awards First Female Walker First Male Walker 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Top Female and Male Finishers Ages 8 & Under Ages 9–10 Ages 11–14 Race Rules and Safety Requirements Per insurance and safety requirements, headphones and pets are not permitted on the race course for either event. Baby strollers are welcome on the 1-mile course; however, participants with strollers are to start at the back of the line for the safety of all participants.
The Blueberry 1-Mile Fun Run In-Person
Packet Pickup Participants who pre-register may pick up their race packets at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot (formerly the Machias Town Office), located at 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine. Friday, August 14, 2026: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday, August 15, 2026: 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Important: Packet pickup will close promptly at 7:00 AM on race day. PLEASE NOTE: Packet pickup and registration close at 7:00 AM SHARP on race day. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. No race packets will be available for pickup after 7:00 AM. Please plan accordingly and arrive early. Race Day Information Race-day registration will be held at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot, 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine, beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM. Please note: Registration and packet pickup close at 7:00 AM SHARP. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. The 5-Mile Run/Walk will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk line-up will begin immediately following the start of the 5-mile event. Awards will be presented following the race in the Machias Valley Christian School parking lot. Registration Fees 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk $25.00 pre-registration $30.00 on race day 5-Mile Run/Walk $35.00 pre-registration $40.00 on race day 5-Mile Awards Overall Awards Overall Male Overall Female Male and Female Age Groups 15–18 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 60+ Walking Awards First Female Walker First Male Walker 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Top Female and Male Finishers Ages 8 & Under Ages 9–10 Ages 11–14 Race Rules and Safety Requirements Per insurance and safety requirements, headphones and pets are not permitted on the race course for either event. Baby strollers are welcome on the 1-mile course; however, participants with strollers are to start at the back of the line for the safety of all participants.
Walking
The Machias Blueberry 5 Mile Walk In-Person
Packet Pickup Participants who pre-register may pick up their race packets at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot (formerly the Machias Town Office), located at 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine. Friday, August 14, 2026: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday, August 15, 2026: 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Important: Packet pickup will close promptly at 7:00 AM on race day. PLEASE NOTE: Packet pickup and registration close at 7:00 AM SHARP on race day. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. No race packets will be available for pickup after 7:00 AM. Please plan accordingly and arrive early. Race Day Information Race-day registration will be held at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot, 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine, beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM. Please note: Registration and packet pickup close at 7:00 AM SHARP. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. The 5-Mile Run/Walk will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk line-up will begin immediately following the start of the 5-mile event. Awards will be presented following the race in the Machias Valley Christian School parking lot. Registration Fees 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk $25.00 pre-registration $30.00 on race day 5-Mile Run/Walk $35.00 pre-registration $40.00 on race day 5-Mile Awards Overall Awards Overall Male Overall Female Male and Female Age Groups 15–18 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 60+ Walking Awards First Female Walker First Male Walker 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Top Female and Male Finishers Ages 8 & Under Ages 9–10 Ages 11–14 Race Rules and Safety Requirements Per insurance and safety requirements, headphones and pets are not permitted on the race course for either event. Baby strollers are welcome on the 1-mile course; however, participants with strollers are to start at the back of the line for the safety of all participants.
The Blueberry 1-Mile Fun Walk In-Person
Packet Pickup Participants who pre-register may pick up their race packets at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot (formerly the Machias Town Office), located at 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine. Friday, August 14, 2026: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday, August 15, 2026: 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM Important: Packet pickup will close promptly at 7:00 AM on race day. PLEASE NOTE: Packet pickup and registration close at 7:00 AM SHARP on race day. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. No race packets will be available for pickup after 7:00 AM. Please plan accordingly and arrive early. Race Day Information Race-day registration will be held at the Machias Valley Christian School Parking Lot, 118 Court Street, Machias, Maine, beginning at 6:00 AM and closing promptly at 7:00 AM. Please note: Registration and packet pickup close at 7:00 AM SHARP. No exceptions can be made due to race timing, safety, and volunteer requirements. The 5-Mile Run/Walk will begin promptly at 8:00 AM. The 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk line-up will begin immediately following the start of the 5-mile event. Awards will be presented following the race in the Machias Valley Christian School parking lot. Registration Fees 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk $25.00 pre-registration $30.00 on race day 5-Mile Run/Walk $35.00 pre-registration $40.00 on race day 5-Mile Awards Overall Awards Overall Male Overall Female Male and Female Age Groups 15–18 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 60+ Walking Awards First Female Walker First Male Walker 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Top Female and Male Finishers Ages 8 & Under Ages 9–10 Ages 11–14 Race Rules and Safety Requirements Per insurance and safety requirements, headphones and pets are not permitted on the race course for either event. Baby strollers are welcome on the 1-mile course; however, participants with strollers are to start at the back of the line for the safety of all participants.
Weather Overview
These values represent the 6-year monthly averages for August in Machias.
About Machias
The Machias Blueberry Run: In-Person 5-Mile /1-Mile Fun Run takes place in Machias, Maine, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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