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Sunday, August 30th, 2026
197 Blanchard Rd., Cumberland Center ME
1 Mile · 5K
60–75°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
55–71°F
dry
2024
55–69°F
dry
2023
64–75°F
rain
2022
69–83°F
dry
2021
64–81°F
dry
2020
58–70°F
dry
2019
60–80°F
dry
2018
63–81°F
rain
2017
55–69°F
dry
2016
61–76°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Sunday, Aug 30
Cloudy · 58–85°F
Sunday, Aug 30starts near 58°F · 3% chance of rain · wind up to 10 mph
About this race
Event Overview
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!
Event Details
- Date: 2026-08-30
- Location: 197 Blanchard Rd., Cumberland Center, ME
- URL: Fairgrounds 5k, Mile & Market
Registration Benefits
Registration benefits these nonprofits:
- MOFGA: Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association
- Cumberland County 4H Leader’s Association: Supporting youth development
- Valor Youth Program: A program focused on empowering youth
Race Categories
- Elite Mile: For the competitive runners
- Adult Mile: Ages 18+
- Youth Mile: Ages 5-17
- Kids 200 Meter Gallop: For the little ones
- Open 5k: For everyone who loves to run
- Virtual participation: Run your race from anywhere
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