Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon
Scarborough's Autumn & Ales offers a scenic coastal half-marathon with post-race brews.
Race Date
Sep 12, 2026
Location
Scarborough, ME
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Location
- Scarborough, Maine
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 5K, 10K
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 291
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Autumn & Ales half-marathon, now in its 7th year, invites runners to experience a scenic course along the marshes of Scarborough, Maine. This event, typically held in early September, offers a refreshing escape with typical race-day temperatures in the high 60s to low 70s.
Runners can choose from a 5K, 10K, or the half-marathon, all culminating in a celebration featuring local ales. The course is largely flat, making it a potentially fast day for participants. The race has seen a growing field, with recent editions attracting around 119 finishers from approximately 17 states, highlighting its appeal as a destination event.
Beyond the run, Autumn & Ales emphasizes community and charity, with options for team registration and fundraising for organizations like Maine Needs. While the first 100 participants receive a t-shirt, additional merchandise is available for purchase, adding to the event's appeal as a well-rounded race day experience.
Race-provided description
It’s time to get ready for the 7th annual Autumn & Ales, which will be held on September 12th, 2026. We will be doing the same great path this year and you can choose between the 5k, 10k or ½ Marathon - all leading back to some great ales to celebrate! This year we are launching 3 new parts to our race. We now support team registration, so get your friends, family, or co-workers and sign up together!You can now set up a fundraising page! All donations and sponsorships go directly to Maine Needs.. When you create a fundraising page, you can invite others to support your run by donating to the cause.We will have some great swag this year to purchase - . The first 100 runners will receive a t-shirt as part of their registration, but others are able to purchase from our store. All items will be picked up on packet pick up, or at the registration table at the day of the event. So join us and run along the marsh, celebrate with ales & raise money for this great non-profit!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
55-73 Manson Libby Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Coastal
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Course Map
2 other maps for this race
Quality Score
Solid Pick514 years running
~102 finishers a year
growing or steady
11% returning runners
3 timing sources
runners from 17 states
winner 1:21:57
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
58°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.1"
Precipitation
9 mph
Wind
78%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 291 finishers actually crossed the line across 4 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
291
Median time
2:06:05
Latest turnout
119
States
23
Turnout by year
2022–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon?
The Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon is held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon take place?
It takes place in Scarborough, Maine.
What distances does the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 5K, 10K.
Is the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon?
HalfRuns has finish records for 291 runners who have completed the Autumn & Ales 5K, 10K, and 1/2 Marathon.
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