LEWISTON — This year’s Bands on the Run committee has been working diligently to to make the June 29 Bands on the Run Half Marathon, 5K and Kids’ Fitness Course the same awesome time people have come to expect with this great event.

“The committee is working hard to raise funds for Museum L-A and all the great work they do,” said race director Eric Cobb of Back 40 Timing. “With 10 bands on the course and a free show from Veggies By Day at the finish, adding in beer from Baxter Brewing Co., this year’s Bands on the Run Half Marathon and 5K is shaping up to be a fantastic day.”

The inaugural event in 2012 brought in almost 1,000 participants traveling from as far away as Scotland and Hawaii and has grown every year since.

Registration is underway at www.bandsontherunhalf.com.

New this year, Blue Trailer Mobile Locker Rentals will be at the start and finish lines for racers to store their belongings safely. Those who choose to rent a locker will be able to access them easily anytime before and after the race. Lockers rentals come in two sizes, small, 6 by 6 by 9 inches for $5, or large, 12 by 12 by 12 inches for $10. To reserve a locker in advance, visit www.bluetrailerlockers.com. Cash or card will be accepted on site June 29.

The half-marathon start is at 8:15 a.m. and is a 13.1-mile run along city streets, country roads, park paths and trails that follow the Androscoggin River and run through the historic Twin Cities of Lewiston and Auburn.

Beginning at 8:45 a.m. runners and walkers in the 5K will follow a course that includes the downtown business districts of Lewiston and Auburn.

Children from ages 5 to 12 may participate in the Kids’ Fitness Course starting at 9 a.m. This will be a self-paced, non-timed event where the goal is to complete the course while giving children a great opportunity to exercise. A $5 entry fee will be charged per child with free scholarships available upon request. Call 207-333-3881 for an application. A parent or legal guardian will be required to sign a waiver on race day.

Bands, several of which are back from last year, will be stationed at selected sites along the course. Some of the lineup includes the Zealous Bellus, Ron Bergeron, Turner Templeton, Pop Rocks and Handsome at a Glance. The public is invited to cheer on runners, listen to music and to simply have a good time.

After the race, top finishers will be recognized in Simard-Payne Park with an awards ceremony.

Registration costs are as follows: half-marathon until June 27, $50; race day registration, June 28 and 29, $55. 5K Run/Walk until June 27 $20; race day, June 28 and 29, $25. Online registration closes at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 26.

For more information, including registration information and course maps, visit www.bandsontherunhalf.com or email back40timing@gmail.com. Check out the event’s Facebook page for training tips, discussions and race updates.