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North American Wife Carrying Championship®
Newry, Maine · Saturday, October 10, 2026
Official race page & registration ↗North American Wife Carrying Championship® takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Newry, Maine. For anyone travelling in, Auburn is about 56 miles away.
It is one of 45 races on the Maine calendar that October. At $40, entry sits above the $25 median for a Maine race.
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Location
- Newry, Maine
- Entry fee
- from $40
Listing from the 2026 race calendar, refreshed nightly. Details can change: confirm date and entry on the official race page before travelling. Spot an error? Tell us here.
Making a race weekend of it?
Stay near the start line in Newry: check in Oct 9, out Oct 11.
Common questions
When is North American Wife Carrying Championship®?
North American Wife Carrying Championship® is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026.
Where is North American Wife Carrying Championship® held?
North American Wife Carrying Championship® is held in Newry, Maine. It is about 56 miles from Auburn.
How much does North American Wife Carrying Championship® cost?
Entry is listed from $40. Check the official race page for the current price, which usually rises closer to race day.
How do I register for North American Wife Carrying Championship®?
Registration is handled on the official race page, linked at the top of this listing. Entry can close early if the race sells out.
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