When
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Where
Prince Thomas Park, Lincoln ME
Distances
Marathon · Half · 5K · 10K
Typical weather
53–69°F · some rain risk
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2025
42–64°F
dry
2024
57–69°F
dry
2023
57–68°F
dry
2022
50–54°F
rain
2021
48–68°F
dry
2020
39–57°F
dry
2019
49–75°F
dry
2018
48–61°F
dry
2017
63–75°F
dry
2016
63–72°F
dry
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About this race
🏃♂️ Event Overview
- Date: September 20, 2026
- Time: 7:30 am
- Location: Prince Thomas Park, Lincoln, Maine
- Race Types: Full Marathon (26.2 miles), Half Marathon (13.1 miles), 5K, and 10K
📏 Course Details
- Starting Point: Corner of West Broadway and Main St
- Route: Heads south down Rt 2 towards Enfield
- Course Characteristics: Flat, straight, and fast
- Certification: USATF sanctioned and certified for Boston Marathon
📅 Packet Pickup
- Date: September 19, 2026
- Location: SeptemberFest in downtown Lincoln
- Time: To be announced
- Details: Additional information will be provided closer to the event
🏅 Special Awards
- Medal: Special "Run the Highlands" medal
- Eligibility: Must complete both The Great Bangor Marathon &: Half and The Great Lincoln Marathon &: Half
- Recognition: Celebrate your achievement with a unique medal
- More Info: Visit the [race page](https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Lincoln/TheGreatLincolnMarathon?aflt_token=QZt1KFBDIiIun5smo9vi7y59qq2fNLcB) for updates
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