21st Annual Westport Island Shore Run 10K Road Race

The 21st Annual Westport Island Shore Run 10K Road Race and Fun Walk will take place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m.  (The Fun Walk will start at 8:30am).  In this exciting race on bridge-accessible Westport Island, you will run on a USATF-certified course through scenic pine and fir tree forests and over two bridges spanning inlets to Heal Cove and Montsweag Bay.  The Damariscotta, Maine Lincoln County News has called the Westport Island Shore Run a "beautiful course," and a "very exciting run."  Come run in Maine's best little 10K race!  All proceeds after expenses will benefit the brave women and men of the Westport Island Volunteer Fire Department. 

Event details and schedule

The 3.5 mile "Fun Walk" starts at the Old Town Hall at 8:30 a.m.  The 10K Road Race begins at 9:00 a.m. at the Old Town Hall.  Race packets may be picked up at the Old Town Hall beginning at 7:30 a.m. on race day.  Race Day Registration also begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Old Town Hall.  On site parking available at the Old Town Hall.