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Run for the Dogs - Portland

Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Location
Portland, ME
Back Cove Park, Back Cove Park, 04101
Featured distance
5K
Type
RUN
Official registration

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At a glance

A dog-friendly 5K supporting local animal rescues, featuring a scenic course and fun for both two- and four-legged participants.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for

  • Beginner Friendly

Join the Run for the Dogs 5K in Portland, ME, an event dedicated to supporting a local animal rescue and pet charities. This race welcomes participants to run or walk, with or without their leashed canine companions, along a fast, flat, and scenic course through Back Cove Park. Enjoy a timed race experience, complete with a finisher medal, a special dog charm, and treats for both humans and dogs at the finish line. It's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and give back to the animal community.

What to expect

Expect a fast, flat, and scenic 5K course along Back Cove Park. Run or walk with your leashed pet, or enjoy the course solo. Your registration includes a T-shirt, finisher medal, and a unique dog charm.

Standout details

  • Run with your leashed dog
  • Supports a local animal rescue
  • Scenic Back Cove Park course
  • Finisher medal & dog charm

Perks & features

  • Chip Timed
  • Medal
  • Swag Included

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The course

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From the organizer

Run for the Dogs 5K features a fast, flat, and scenic course and proceeds from this event support a local rescue!

Join us on  Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 9:00 am  for an exciting event that features the scenic views of Back Cove Park, Portland, ME  and supports a local rescue.  With awesome swag for all dog lovers and runners, this race is a sure thing for a great doggy good time!  This race is timed and scored by J3 Timing.  Results will be posted at www.J3Timing.com .

Registration Includes:

T-Shirt

Finisher Medal

Dog Charm

5k Run/Walk Entry

Chip Timed Race Bib

Live Race Results

Finisher Photographs

Finish Line Treats For Humans and Dogs!

Can I Run with My Pet?   Absolutely!  We are running to support pets, pet lovers, and animal charities!  So you can run or walk with or without your pet!  All pets that are participating must be on a short lead and well behaved.

Can I participate virtually?      Yes, click here to register for our Virtual Run for the Dogs.

Start Time:  All Participants will start at 9:00AM.

Packet Pickup: will be on race day beginning 1 hour prior to race start time.

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