- 2nd Damariscotta Pumpkinfest 5k run and 3k walk - Returning for the second year, this race takes in the magnificent pumpkin displays of downtown Damariscotta and Newcastle, before looping round leafy streets. The final kilometer is downhill, all the way to the winning giant pumpkin on Elm Street Plaza. The run and walk events are similar routes - the walk continues straight to the finish when the run doubles back to retrace its steps. The run is chip timed, while the walk is not timed (3km should take most walkers around 40 minutes). For maximum pumpkin appreciation pleasure, there is a road closure for the first section of the race on Main Street. The back streets are open to traffic, so please keep eyes and ears open for traffic - particularly emergency vehicles.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Newcastle, ME.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
