In 35 days · Sat, Aug 15, 2026
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When
Saturday, August 15th, 2026
Where
The Brunswick, Old Orchard Beach ME
Distance
5K
About this race
Race Overview
- Event: The Breakaway 5K and Marilyn & Nat Golzbein Memorial Fun Run
- Purpose: Fundraisers supporting scholarships for Old Orchard Beach High School graduates
- Organizers: MAPS Scholarship Foundation, composed of retired educators and former students
- Proceeds: 100% of proceeds benefit the MAPS Foundation
Scholarship Impact
- 2025 Grants: Sixteen $1000 scholarships awarded to graduates
- Beneficiaries: Old Orchard Beach High School graduates
- Goal: Support continuing education for students
- Community Contribution: Enhancing educational opportunities in the community
Course Details
- Start Location: Corner of Walnut St. & Milliken St., in front of the public parking lot
- Course Route: Milliken St. and West Grand Avenues to Ocean Park and back
- Course Profile: Mostly flat and fast
- Personal Records: PR's Very Possible!!
Post-Race Celebration
- Location: The Brunswick on the beach
- Activities: Post-race continental breakfast and awards ceremony
- T-Shirts: Race T-Shirt for the first 300 registered runners
- Registration Details: Registration closes on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. No race day registrations.
Packet Pickup and Race Day Information
- Pre-race Packet Pickup: Friday, August 14, 2026, 4:00-6:00 pm, at the Milliken Mills parking lot
- Race Day Pickup: Begins at 6:00 am at the Milliken Mills parking lot
- Parking: Free race day parking in the public lot on Milliken Street until 10:00 am
- Note: Be sure to plan your arrival accordingly
More Information
- Race Link: Breakaway 5K Registration
Course map
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