"Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 117 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, ME
- Distance
- "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K - TIMED
From the Organizer
2026 "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run and/or Walk
We are excited about our ongoing partnership between Maranacook Lake Association and the Watershed Friends to continue this beloved community event on its 24th anniversary!! Start the 4th of July off on the right foot and join the gang at Central Maine's most popular race!
The "Friends on the 4th" 5K course is a forgiving, "feel good" race open for all runners, joggers and walkers. After a loop through downtown Main Street, most of the course follows the beautiful eastern shore of Maranacook Lake.
Check in is at 7:00 am. Same day registration 7:00 - 7:45 am. The race starts at 8:00 am.
Awards:
Men & Women, 1st place awards for the following age groups: 10 and under male and female, 11-14 male and female; 15-18 male and female; 19-29 male and female; 30-39 male and female; 40-49 male and female; 50-59 male and female; 60-69 male and female; 70 and over male and female.
Payment and registration form must be received by midnight, EST on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in order to guarantee a race T-shirt.
Online registration is open until 1:00 pm EST on July 3, 2026.
Last minute registration on race day may begin at 7:00 am* at the American Legion, 117 Bowdoin Street, and ENDS at 7:45 am. To expedite the same day registration process we strongly encourage you to bring cash. A $40 registration fee will be charged. In order to encourage advance registration and to maximize the fundraising dollars that go back to preserving our watershed, t-shirts will not be available for same day registrants or online registrants after June 18th due to ordering deadlines.
Questions? Contact Race Co-Chairs, Cami Wilbert or Peter Washburn via email Friendsonthe4th5K@gmail.com.
For the safety of runners, parking is not allowed along the race route. Parking attendants will guide participants & spectators to designated parking areas.
*Same day registrations may be limited or not available depending on state of Maine regulations. PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Due to ordering deadlines, register by June 18th to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
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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
59°
Chance of Rain
41%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Augusta State Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Winthrop, ME
Elevation
211 ft
Nearest Airport
AUG
Augusta State Airport · 8 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Location
- 117 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, ME
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- What is the "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk?
- "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk is a running race held in Winthrop, Maine on July 4, 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 "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Winthrop, Maine at 117 Bowdoin Street, Winthrop, ME. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the "Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
"Maranacook Lake Association and Watershed Friends on the 4th" 5K Run/Walk
Jul 4, 2026