Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME

Date
July 19, 2026
Location
Great Diamond Island, ME
Venue
Diamond Cove
Start Time
9:15 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00 – $35.00
Events
Kids Diamond Dash, Island Ripple Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Island Ripple Run takes place at Diamond Cove on Great Diamond Island, Maine, on July 19, 2026. The event features a single 4-mile running distance, making it accessible for runners seeking a shorter race option. The race starts at 9:15 AM, giving participants a mid-morning departure time. Entry fees range from $20 to $35, offering an affordable option for those traveling to compete. Runners heading to Great Diamond Island for this event can plan accommodations accordingly, knowing the modest distance and reasonable cost structure typical of smaller regional races.

From the Race Organizer
The Island Ripple Run returns to Diamond Cove, Great Diamond Island, and Little Diamond Island! This is a 4-mile race around two islands in beautiful Casco Bay, just off the coast of downtown Portland. Participants will enjoy ocean views as this run follows picturesque island roads and wooded paths around Great Diamond Island, over the sandbar that attaches Great Diamond and Little Diamond Islands at low tide, around Little Diamond Island, and ends on the north side of Great Diamond Island near the tent site. All proceeds from this race go to the Dennis Farrell Memorial Scholarship Fund at Rippleffect, located on neighboring Cow Island. The Kids Diamond Dash kicks off the morning followed by the Island Ripple Run. Light refreshments will follow the races.

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Race Travel Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME?

Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME takes place on July 19, 2026. The race is held in Great Diamond Island, Maine.

Where is Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME held?

Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME is held at Diamond Cove in Great Diamond Island, Maine.

Where can I find hotels near Island Ripple Run 2026 — Great Diamond Island, ME?

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