2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K
When is 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K?
2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026 in Bar Harbor, ME.
What distances does 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K offer?
2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K offers 3 events: 10K, Half Marathon, Half Marathon - Walker.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | 10.0 km | $75.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon | 13.1 mi | $160.00 | Register |
| Half Marathon - Walker 50 spots left | 13.1 mi | $160.00 | Register |
How much does 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K cost?
Registration for 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K starts at $120.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K held?
2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K is held in Bar Harbor, ME at 21 Park Street.
About 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K
Course features breathtaking view of Acadia National Park and Maine’s rocky coastline. It is a Spectacular 13.1 mile course traveling on the scenic Acadia National Park Loop road. The third largest island on the eastern seaboard, Mount Desert Island boasts an impressive 41,000 acres of land devoted to the Northeast’s only National Park, Acadia - an amazing array of mountains and sea, cliffs and coastline.
*** There is NO RACE DAY packet pickup. ***
The Mount Desert Island YMCA is committed to environmentally conscious and sustainable racing, as our course travels through Acadia National Park. A large amount of our waste is paper cups, in fact over 6000 cups per race! We are making steps over the next few years to move to "cupless" events.
For 2026, we are encouraging participants to bring their own reusable cup, handheld water bottle or hydration pack. We will still have paper cups at all 6 water stations this year, but with your help we can start reducing our waste and impact on our sensitive environment.
Thank you for helping us protect and maintain the natural beauty of Acadia National Park!
FAQs
Where does the half marathon and 10K begin?
Both races begin 1/4 of a mile from the MDI YMCA on the east end of Livingston Ave, Bar Harbor.
Where is the Finish line?
All races finish on the ballfields adjacent to the MDI YMCA.
Is there a cut off time for the race?
The finish line closes at 10:00am for all races.
Where can I pick up my race packet?
Packet pickup is at the MDI YMCA, 21 Park Street, Bar Harbor. You must pick up your packet in advance.
There is NO race day packet pick up. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Packet Pick Up will be:
Saturday, June 6, 2026, Time: 1-7pm
What are the bathroom facilities like on the course?
There will be port-a-potties available at the finish area outside the MDI YMCA. The YMCA is closed on Sunday morning. There are 2 bathrooms along the course within Acadia National Park located at the following water stations:
Thunder Hole: 6mi
Fabbri Picnic Area: 8mi
Are there water stations on the course?
There are six water stations on the half marathon course located approximately at: 2mi, 4mi, 6mi, 8mi, 10mi and 12mi.
There are 2 water stations on the 10k course located approximately at: 3.5mi and 5mi
Are earbuds/headphones allowed on the course?
Acadia National Park is not closed to other users and the public roads are not closed to traffic. No earbuds/headphones are allowed to be worn during the event for safety. Open ear headphones are allowed.
What are the prizes?
All half marathon and 10K finishers receive a medal. All half marathon participants and the first 150 registered 10k participants receive a shirt.
Unique prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd overall Male, Female and Non-Binary in both the half marathon and 10k. 1st and 2nd place age group prizes are also awarded for Male and Female categories.
Can I run with a stroller or bring my dog?
For safety reasons, we can not allow strollers or dogs in our events.
How is the parking?
The parking lot at the MDI YMCA is not available on Race Day. There is a public parking across the street from the MDI YMCA next to the athletic fields (metered). Main Street also has metered parking. Most side streets are signed for Permit Parking Only. If you park there, you will be ticketed. If staying in town, it is best to walk or run to the start from your hotel.
Additional Parking Information including a map of where RV parking is allowed, can be found here: https://www.barharbormaine.gov/400/Parking-Information
What are my lodging options?
There are many lodging options. Most people who participate in the race extend their stay past the date of the race to further explore the island and Acadia National Park. The closest hotel to the starting line is Cromwell Harbor Motel, but you can contact the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce for further information about lodging.
There is no RV camping permitted at the YMCA or in downtown Bar Harbor. Visit the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce website for RV campsites.
Do you issue refunds if I cannot make the race?
You can request a 50% refund of your registration fee for the half marathon BEFORE April 1, 2026. If we are able to fill your spot, we will issue the 50% refund. There are no refunds after April 1, 2026. There are no refunds issued for the 10k. No transfers or deferrals at all.
No exceptions.
If you discover you are unable to make the race, we do ask that you contact us as numerous people wait on stand-by every year once we reach out cap.
Is this race capped?
Yes. Due to Acadia National Park permit restrictions, we cap the half marathon at 400 runners.
How do I obtain a park pass?
The Acadia Half Marathon runs through Acadia National Park. The Park Service requires that all half marathon participants must have a park pass to enter the park during the race. All half marathon participants will receive a park pass at bib pickup. The Park Pass is an Individual Pass good for one week. Additional park passes may be purchased at the Visitors Center as you arrive on the island on Route 3, as well as various stations throughout the park. The 10k does not run into Acadia National Park and no Park Pass is required. If you drop down from the half marathon to the 10k, you will not receive a park pass.
How does the waitlist work?
The half marathon is capped at 400 by Acadia National Park. Once we have filled, a waitlist will be created. When someone drops from the half marathon and a spot becomes available, the first person on the waitlist will be notified via email. They will have 24hrs to register. After 24hrs, if the selected person has not registered, the waitlist will automatically select the next person in line.
If you register for the 10k, then get selected off the waitlist to register for the half marathon, we can not refund your 10k entry.
Can my friends and/or family help out on race day?
Absolutely! Although we have a dedicated team of local volunteers, we can always use more help. We have all kinds of tasks for all ages. Kids can help with food prep; adults and kids can help out at water stations, at course monitoring and after race clean up. Contact the Race Director at races@mdiymca.org.