
From the Organizer
York Parks & Recreation and York Rotary are happy to announce the 2026 Annual Four on the 4th Road Race in York, Maine!
NEW THIS YEAR: We are hosting the "1 for Fun" 1-mile walk/run on the day of early bib pick up! If you would like to participate, registration is only $12! Have family and friends who can't make it 4 miles? This is perfect for them! All who register for the Four on the 4th are given FREE entry to the "1 for Fun" walk/run so bring a friend and complete the "1 for Fun!" Guaranteed "1 for Fun" shirt for all paid registrants signed up by May 31st. The "1 for Fun" will start at 4:30pm on July 3rd.
Registration opens on February 1st, 2026, at 8:00am and stays open until July 1st, 2026, at 11:59pm or until filled, whichever comes first. The race is limited to 1,000 participants so register early! Those who have registered by June 1st will be guaranteed a free race shirt. Beyond June 1st, shirts will be given upon availability.
NO DAY OF REGISTRATION AVAILABLE! All registrations must be completed by July 1st at 11:59pm!
Those participating in the race on July 4th will pick-up their bib and shirt that morning, at York High School between 6:30am-7:25am. The race begins at 7:30am sharp. Early bib pick up will be available at YHS on July 3rd from 3:00pm-5:00pm.
This is the 47th Annual Four on the 4th and we hope you join us!
Thank you again for your support!
Events
Weather
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
78°
Typical Low
59°
Chance of Rain
34%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Cape Neddick, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
64 ft
Nearest Airport
PSM
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease · 10 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 38 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Race Location
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Coming Up
Market Square Day 10K 2026
8 miles away
York Days 5K
Less than a mile away
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Less than a mile away
Seacoast Cancer 5K Run/Walk
8 miles away
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Four on the 4th
Jul 3, 2026