Run for the Dogs - Portland
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (August 30, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
Run for the Dogs - Portland is a 5K (3.1-mile) race at Back Cove Park in Portland, Maine, on August 29, 2027, starting at 8 a.m. and benefiting a local animal shelter.
Participants can run or walk with or without their pet, as long as dogs are kept on a short leash and well behaved. The event offers chip timing, live results, finisher medals, T-shirts and treats for humans and dogs alike. A virtual option is also available.
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