Autumn & Ales Half Marathon
A flat run along the Scarborough Marsh from an American Legion base, with a beer finish and charity fundraising built into southern Maine's fall calendar.
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Quick facts
- Flat coastal marsh route, shared with a 5K and 10K on the same morning.
- Start and finish at the Scarborough American Legion, with ales at the finish.
- Registration includes a fundraising page benefiting a Maine nonprofit.
- Small field, with the half marathon going off first at 8 a.m.
2026 Autumn & Ales Half Marathon registration
Registration for the 2026 Autumn & Ales Half Marathon runs through the official registration page at runsignup.com.
About the Autumn & Ales Half Marathon
Southern Maine's early-September race calendar is crowded, and this one has grown by staying small and staying local. It bases at the Scarborough American Legion, runs the marsh, and brings everyone back for ales. Fundraising for a Maine nonprofit is part of registration rather than an optional add-on.
Course
The route heads out along the Scarborough Marsh, which keeps the profile close to flat and the sightlines wide open. A 5K and 10K share the same path, so the opening miles carry more traffic before the half marathon field thins out. Start and finish are both at the American Legion on Manson Libby Road.
Race-day weather
Mid-September on the southern Maine coast is close to ideal half marathon weather. Mornings usually start in the 50s with ocean air moving across the marsh. Sun exposure on the open marsh sections is the thing to plan for once the temperature starts climbing.
Past Autumn & Ales Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, September 12, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Autumn & Ales Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Autumn & Ales Half Marathon?
The 2026 Autumn & Ales Half Marathon is on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
How do I register for the Autumn & Ales Half Marathon?
Register for the Autumn & Ales Half Marathon through the official registration link: marathonscout.com/go/autumn-and-ales-half-marathon/register. It opens the race registration page at runsignup.com.
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