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Wellspring's 5K Race for Recovery
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Wellspring's 5K Race for Recovery

Bangor, Maine, United States View on map
Sep 20, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
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About this race

For over 10 years, the Race for Recovery has raised more than $310,000—directly supporting life-changing services for individuals on their recovery journey. This year, let’s make it our strongest yet—because together, we can make a lasting impact.

The Need is Still Urgent
Substance use disorder continues to affect thousands across Maine, with over 8,500 overdoses reported in 2024 alone. Wellspring has helped thousands find hope, healing, and a new path forward. The Race for Recovery not only celebrates those successes—it stands as a beacon of hope for those still struggling.

When: Sunday September 20, 2026

Time: Pre-registration begins at 9:00 am and the Race kicks off at 10:00 am

Where: Bangor Waterfront, 1 Railroad Street, Bangor, ME 04401

Thank you for being part of Wellspring’s annual event. Your participation is vital and deeply appreciated. Together we are making a difference, one step, one story, one life at a time.

Call 941-1612 ext. 217 for more info! 
Email: ksiahaya@wellspringsa.org

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Typical race-day weather

Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Bangor, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) 11.4° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 21.5°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 10.7° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 21.5°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
11.0
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
0.3mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
79.5%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on September 20, 2026 (EDT)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on September 20, 2026 (EDT)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
12h 16m

The sun rises at 6:20 AM and sets at 6:36 PM local time (EDT) in Bangor on September 20, 2026 — 12h 16m of daylight.

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 9 Bangor events

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