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Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race

Date
July 18 – August 18, 2026
Distance
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From the Organizer

This annual race, which takes place during the Maine Potato Blossom Festival, takes runners over a 5-mile course which goes down the streets, roads, and through the potato fields of Fort Fairfield! This race is a part of the 2026 Crown of Maine Race Series. 

Events

Maine Potato Blossom Five-Mile Road RaceSat, Jul 18 · 9 AMRegister →
Maine Potato Blossom VIRTUAL Five-Mile Road RaceSat, Jul 18 · 9 AMRegister →

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

57°

Chance of Rain

45%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Presque Isle, 11 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 4:56 AMSunset 8:20 PMDaylight 15h 24m

Host City

About Fort Fairfield, ME

Nearest Airport

PQI

Presque Isle International Airport · 11 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

40

Days to train

Race
Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race
Date
July 18 – August 18, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race?
Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race is a running race held in Fort Fairfield, Maine on July 18, 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 Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Fort Fairfield, Maine at 206 Main St., Fort Fairfield, ME. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Maine Potato Blossom Festival Five-Mile Road Race

Jul 18, 2026

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