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Dempsey Challenge

Dempsey Challenge is a road cycling, gravel, and running race on September 19, 2026 in Lewiston, ME.

Date
September 19, 2026 (22 days to go)
Sports
Road CyclingGravelRunning
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From the Organizer

On Saturday, September 20th, you will have the power to participate in any way you choose as we come together to make life better for people managing the impact of cancer.

Events

65 Mile Ride
50 Mile Ride
55 mi Gravel Ride
25 Mile Ride - "Wendy's Way"
10k Run
5k Run/Walk

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

69°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

29%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lewiston, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:24 AMSunset 6:43 PMDaylight 12h 19m

Host City

About Lewiston, ME

Population

24,294

as of 2023

City Elevation

321 ft

Nearest Airport

AUG

Augusta State Airport · 24 mi

Major Hub

PWM

Portland International Jetport · 36 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

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Dempsey Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

22

Days to train

Race
Dempsey Challenge
Date
September 19, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About These Sports

This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

Road Cycling

Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.

Gravel Racing

Off-road cycling on mixed terrain — pavement, gravel, dirt — for miles. Enjoy the outdoor adventure and welcoming community.

Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dempsey Challenge?
Dempsey Challenge is a road cycling, gravel, and running race held in Lewiston, Maine on September 19, 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 road cycling races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Dempsey Challenge?
Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Lewiston, Maine at 46 Beech St. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Dempsey Challenge?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Dempsey Challenge

Sep 19, 2026

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