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Beach to Beacon 10K attracts thousands of runners to Cape Elizabeth
The annual Beach to Beacon race in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, brings together more than 6,500 participants from around the world. The event includes a high‑school mile competition, where Atticus Merriam of Scarborough won the boys’ race in 4:49.2 and Georgia Moon of Falmouth captured the girls’ title in 5:27.3.
The professional 2026 Beach to Beacon 10K saw Habtom Samuel (27:40) and Pamela Kosgei (31:50) claim the men’s and women’s victories. The race is supported by over 800 volunteers and draws enthusiastic local spectators, many of whom line the course in costumes and cheer from the shoreline.
Adaptive athletes also compete; 14‑year‑old Mason Bain, who has cerebral palsy, raced in the wheelchair division with nurse‑partner Stephanie MacIsaac, after receiving a grant from the nonprofit AdaptX. Their participation highlights the event’s inclusive spirit and the community’s commitment to supporting para‑athletes.
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Atticus Merriam · Beach to Beacon · Beach to Beacon race · Cape Elizabeth, Maine · Georgia Moon · Mason Bain · Stephanie MacIsaac
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The race attracts more than 6,500 runners and over 800 volunteers.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Local spectators include Frances Haywood, DJ Nelson, and the Cooney mother‑daughter duo in shark costumes.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The 2025 race preview listed Patrick Kiprop, Habtom Samuel, and Patrick Dever as top contenders.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Habtom Samuel won the men's race in 2026 with a time of 27:40. www.runnersworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Pamela Kosgei won the women's race in 2026 with a time of 31:50. www.runnersworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The prize for first place is $10,000.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Beach to Beacon 10K race takes place in Cape Elizabeth, Maine. www.runnersworld.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The race was founded in 1998 by Joan Benoit Samuelson. www.runnersworld.com