Breakaway 5K
- Date
- August 15, 2026
- Distance
- Breakaway 5K · Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run
From the Organizer
The Breakaway 5K and Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run are the principal fundraisers supporting scholarships for Old Orchard Beach High School graduates. The scholarships are awarded by the MAPS Scholarship Foundation, a group of retired educators and former students from OOB who aspire to support the continuing education of OOB High School graduates. 100% of the proceeds directly benefit the MAPS Foundation.
In 2025, MAPS Scholarship Foundation granted sixteen $1000 scholarships to Old Orchard Beach High School graduates.
The race start location is at the corner of Walnut St. & Milliken St. in front of the public parking lot. The course follows Milliken St. and West Grand Avenues to Ocean Park and back to the finish at The Brunswick. The course is mostly flat and fast. PR's Very Possible!! Join us at The Brunswick on the beach for a post-race continental breakfast and awards ceremony!
Race T-Shirt for first 300 runners registered.
*Registration closes on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. No race day registrations.
Pre-race packet pick up is Friday, August 14, 2026, 4:00-6:00 pm, at the Milliken Mills parking lot, near the race start. Race day packet pick up begins at 6:00 am at the Milliken Mills parking lot. Free race day parking in the public lot on Milliken Street until 10:00 am.
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
79°
Typical Low
60°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Portland Intl Jetport, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Old Orchard Beach, ME
Elevation
89 ft
Nearest Airport
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Breakaway 5K?
- Breakaway 5K is a running race held in Old Orchard Beach, Maine on August 15, 2026. 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 Breakaway 5K?
- Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Old Orchard Beach, Maine at The Brunswick, Old Orchard Beach, ME. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Breakaway 5K?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Breakaway 5K
Aug 15, 2026