KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness 2026 — Portland, ME

Date
September 20, 2026
Location
Portland, ME
Venue
Back Cove Boulevard
Start Time
9:30 AM
Entry Fee
$20.00
Events
KAT-Walk, Karo-5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Registration for the KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness costs $20.00. Held on September 20, 2026, in Portland, Maine, this event takes place at Back Cove Boulevard and starts at 9:30 AM. Participants can choose between a 5-mile run or a 5K distance, with both running and walking options available. The event benefits brain aneurysm awareness, making it a meaningful race choice for endurance athletes looking to support a cause while logging miles in Portland's scenic area along the cove.

From the Race Organizer
Lace up your walking and running shoes and join us at Payson Park for the 18th annual KAT-Walk & 14th Annual Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness. The route will be along the beautiful ocean-side Back Cove Boulevard in Portland, Maine. This will be a special day to remember and honor loved ones lost to or having survived a brain aneurysm. 9:30 to 10:30 - Registration and activities including family gatherings, brain aneurysm awareness information, and activities for the kids including face painting. Bring a picnic and enjoy the cove. This is a great opportunity to meet and support other families affected by brain aneurysms. 10:20 - opening and presentation of scholarship and research awards. 11:00 - Karo-5K race kick-off followed by the KAT-Walk. 12:15 - Runners awards and closing ceremonies. September is Brain Aneurysm Awareness month, so join us for the day as we "share our tears, remember with love, and walk & run to honor" those families affected by this silent killer and help save lives! Please follow us on Facebook at KatWalkKaro5k For more information about Brain Aneurysms or this event, visit our website at: MaineBA.org

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness 2026 — Portland, ME?

KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness 2026 — Portland, ME takes place on September 20, 2026. The race is held in Portland, Maine.

Where is KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness 2026 — Portland, ME held?

KAT-Walk & Karo-5K for Brain Aneurysm Awareness 2026 — Portland, ME is held at Back Cove Boulevard in Portland, Maine.

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