Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market
Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market is a running race on August 30, 2026 in Cumberland Center, ME, with entry fees from $25 to $35.
- Date
- August 30, 2026 (38 days to go)
- Price
- $25–$35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join us for a morning of races, a farmer’s market, music and so much fun! This is not your ordinary race. Racehorses have been giving their all on the Cumberland Fairground track for 155 years. Imagine the finish you’ll have tapping into their spirited, courageous and determined energy! We are getting creative with details to bring the maximum joy and impact to this event run entirely by volunteers and supporting some incredible local nonprofits!
Registration benefits these nonprofits: MOFGA, Cumberland County 4H Leader's Association & Valor Youth Program
Race Categories: Elite Mile, Adult mile (18+), Youth mile (5-17), Kids 200 Meter Gallop (for little ones), Open 5k & Virtual participation
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
76°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gray, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Cumberland Center, ME
City Elevation
156 ft
Nearest Airport
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 11 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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38
Days to train
- Race
- Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market
- Date
- August 30, 2026
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Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market
Aug 30, 2026