Kick Out Mesothelioma 5-Miler & 2.5 Mile Walk In Memory of John W. Griffin

Kick Out Mesothelioma 5-Miler & 2.5 Mile Walk In Memory of John W. Griffin is held in Portland, Maine, on November 8, 2026. The 5-mile run and the 2.5-mile walk both start at 10 a.m., beginning at Cutter St and Eastern Promenade and finishing at Sewage Treatment Plant Rd and Marginal Way. The race supports mesothelioma research in memory of John W. Griffin, with awards for the top male and female finishers, for age groups and for teams, and a post-race reception with free pizza and drinks at a local sports pub.

Five miles is a useful in-between distance: longer than a 5K, short enough that you can race it hard without a long build. A point-to-point route means planning your logistics ahead, so sort out how you are getting back to the start before race morning.