KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
- Date
- September 20, 2026
- Distance
- KAT-Walk · Karo-5K
From the Organizer
Lace up your walking and running shoes and join us at Payson Park for the 18th annual KAT-Walk & 14th Annual Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness. The route will be along the beautiful ocean-side Back Cove Boulevard in Portland, Maine. This will be a special day to remember and honor loved ones lost to or having survived a brain aneurysm.
9:30 to 10:30 - Registration and activities including family gatherings, brain aneurysm awareness information, and activities for the kids including face painting. Bring a picnic and enjoy the cove. This is a great opportunity to meet and support other families affected by brain aneurysms.
10:20 - opening and presentation of scholarship and research awards.
11:00 - Karo-5K race kick-off followed by the KAT-Walk.
12:15 - Runners awards and closing ceremonies.
September is Brain Aneurysm Awareness month, so join us for the day as we "share our tears, remember with love, and walk & run to honor" those families affected by this silent killer and help save lives!
Please follow us on Facebook at KatWalkKaro5k For more information about Brain Aneurysms or this event, visit our website at: MaineBA.org
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness?
- KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness is a running event held in Portland, ME. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness?
- Sunday, September 20, 2026 in Portland, ME at Back Cove Boulevard, Portland, ME. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
Sep 20, 2026