Kittery Fire Association 5K Held in May

The 9th Annual Kittery Fire Association 5K Run and Walk returns Sunday, May 17, with fun for the entire family, according to a press statement.

The race begins at 9 a.m. from the Kittery Fire Department at 3 Gorges Road and offers coastal views from the waterfront course. The free Kids Fun Run begins at 10 a.m.

Sign up before May 1 and receive $5 off of the $25 registration fee. Seniors and past participants also receive a $5 discount. Children under 12 walk or run for free. To register, visit kittery5k.com. The first 200 people to register will also receive technical running shirts.

Race packets can be picked up at the Kittery Fire Association Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 16 from 7 a.m. – 10 a.m. This delicious breakfast is only $7 per person and children under 10 eat for free.

Gift certificates will be awarded to age category winners by gender. Special awards will be presented in the Fastest Firefighter and Fastest Stroller categories.

The race features gourmet post-race food and refreshments from local restaurants sponsors. There will also be family activities including and a Family Fun Area complete with face painting, fire engine tours, safety information and nutritious snacks for children.

All event proceeds benefit the Kittery Fire Association, a volunteer organization of firefighters that supports the Kittery Fire Department and its many charitable programs.