Hotels Near Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME Oct 2026

Date

October 4, 2026

Location

Waterville, ME

Venue

180 West River Road

Start Time

7:00 AM

Entry Fee

$45.00 – $135.00

Events

Waterville Half Marathon, Waterville Marathon, Waterville 5K - Running Festival, Waterville 10K - Running Festival

Includes

T-Shirt & Finisher's medal

Registration for the Waterville Marathon running festival ranges from $45 to $135, depending on the distance you choose. The event takes place on October 4, 2026, at 180 West River Road in Waterville, Maine, with a 7:00 AM start time. Runners can select from four distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon, or the full 26.2-mile marathon. This multi-distance format makes it accessible whether you're training for your first race or targeting a specific distance goal. Early registration typically offers the lower end of the price range, so securing your entry sooner rather than later can help keep costs down while ensuring your spot in the festival.

From the Race Organizer

Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA) a 501(c)3 nonprofit is proud to continue the great running history established by The Great Waterville Marathon & Half with the introduction of the WATERVILLE MARATHON – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival on Sunday October 4, 2026 (NEW DATE) starting at 7:00 am at Thomas College in Waterville Maine allowing more participants of all abilities to cross the finish line. This event is in the process of being USATF sanctioned, and Boston certified. All courses start at Thomas College, travel along Rt 104 into the beautiful countryside of Waterville, Sydney and Oakland Maine and back to Thomas College. (course maps can be found on our website). We have already secured Pine Tree Racing Services to be the official timer for the race. There is NO TIME LIMIT - we want you to reach your goal to complete the race. For participants who have "BOTTLES", we will accept "BOTTLES" at the operations tent at the starting line until 6:00 am. These will be on a special table at each water station for the participants to pick up. We will have a vendor area at the finish line for participants and their guests. There is plenty of nearby parking, affordable lodging and dining to make this a destination for the whole family. More information can be found on our website www.mesa-maine.org or on our Facebook page Maine Endurance Sports Alliance. Packet pickup will be October 3, 2026, from 3-6 pm at THE MAINE EXPERIENCE close to the starting line and the morning of the race at the registration tent. In 2026, we are offering a special medal "Run the Moose" for participants who complete both the Augusta Marathon and the Waterville Marathon. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 2 full or 2 half races to qualify. NEW IN 2026, we are offering a special medal "Vacationland Triple Crown" for participants who complete 3 of our 4 races in 2026. Participants can run a combination of a full and half, 3 full or 3 half races to qualify. .

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME?

Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME takes place on October 4, 2026. The race is held in Waterville, Maine.

Where is Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME held?

Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME is held at 180 West River Road in Waterville, Maine.

Where can I find hotels near Waterville Marathon – Full/Half/10K/5K – Running Festival 2026 — Waterville, ME?

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