From the Organizer
Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Bangor Marathon & Half with the introduction of the BANGOR MARATHON – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival on Sunday June 7, 2026. Starting at 7 am at the corner of Main St and Dutton St in Bangor, Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified (Marathon ME24008BK Half ME24007BK). The full marathon will run through Bangor out valley avenue to Broadway with a turnaround in the town of Kenduskeag and back to the Finish at Bangor Waterfront Park. (course maps can be found on our website) or at https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46694361. The half marathon follows the same course with a turn around on outer Broadway shortly after Pushaw Road.
We have already secured All Sports Events 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 June 6, 2026, from 11-5 pm at Brewer Riverwalk Festival located just across the river in Brewer Maine. Lots of fun at their annual festival and you can pick up your bib and tshirt. For more information: (2) Facebook
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Bangor Intl Ap, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Bangor, ME
Population
31,663
as of 2023
City Elevation
79 ft
Nearest Airport
BGR
Bangor International Airport · 2 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 110 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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Days to train
- Race
- Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
- Date
- June 13, 2027
- Location
- 515 Main St, Bangor, ME
Coming Up
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1 mile away
From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival?
- Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival is a running race held in Bangor, Maine on June 13, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival?
- Sunday, June 13, 2027 in Bangor, Maine at 515 Main St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Bangor Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K - Running Festival
Jun 13, 2027