Maine’s called Vacationland for a reason.  We’ve got pristine mountains and lakes, fields, forests and 3,500 miles of coastline. You can smell the salt sea in the air and see shooting stars above your head at night. Every corner of the state beckons you outside to enjoy its raw beauty, making Maine a haven for sports.

And for the pros, almost pros, not even close to pros and people who just like to cheer, the countless sporting events that take place here every year are a special treat. They’re a chance for everyone to enjoy, if even for a weekend, the special place we get to take in all year.

Plus with 4 seasons, Maine can host 4 times the types of events. Skiing to sailing, running to rafting, we can be the backdrop for it all. So if you’d like to get in on all Maine has to offer (be it hosting an event, planning, participating or just watching), we at the Maine Sports Commission are here to help get YOU here.

Maine Sports Commission

Dash, Jingle, Run! Seaside Santa Dash!


Join us for holiday cheer along the Maine coast!

5K Run/Walk, 10K Run, and Elf Dash
FREE Santa or Elf suit when you register by November 1st


Race T-shirt (register by 12/1/25), bib, 2 Shipyard beers, refreshments, and post-race fun at Federal Jack’s with Checkered Past LIVE!