Augusta Marathon
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Feels mild
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Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
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Quiet course sections
The Lowdown
The Augusta Marathon is a summer marathon in Augusta, Maine, run on Sunday, July 18, 2027 by the Maine Endurance Sports Alliance (MESA), a nonprofit. It is part of a running festival that also includes a half marathon, 10K and 5K. The race starts at 6:00 AM at Maine National Guard Camp Chamberlain, 23 Blue Star Ave. The marathon runs out Route 11/27 to Belgrade Lakes and back to the start. The event is USATF sanctioned and the marathon course is Boston certified. Pine Tree Racing Services handles timing, there is no time limit, and a vendor area is set up at the finish line. Runners who finish both the Bangor Marathon and the Lincoln Marathon can earn the Run the Highlands medal, and the Vacationland Triple Crown medal goes to those who complete 3 of MESA's 4 races. Marathon entry is $105 through May 6, 2027.
Questions about the Augusta Marathon 2027
When is the Augusta Marathon 2027?
Sunday, July 18, 2027.
Where is the Augusta Marathon?
Augusta, Maine, United States.
What time does the Augusta Marathon start?
The race starts at 6:00 AM, local time.
How do I enter the Augusta Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. May 7, 2027: Price increase. Jun 9, 2027: Price increase. Ways in: Online registration on RunSignup.
How much does the Augusta Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $105.
What is the Augusta Marathon elevation gain?
150 m (492 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Augusta Marathon course like?
It passes Camp Chamberlain, 23 Blue Star Ave, Route 11/27 and Belgrade Lakes.
What is the weather like at the Augusta Marathon?
The race-day average is 17 °C (63 °F). Feels mild.
Where are the Augusta Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Augusta Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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