LISBON FALLS — The Lisbon Recreation Department and the Moxie Festival Committee are accepting applications for the 2012 Moxie Day 5K Road Race (3.1 mile) on July 14.

Last year’s Moxie 5K attracted 439 runners, the largest amount all-time.

The 17th annual race begins at 7:30 a.m., rain or shine. It is an early and quick scenic run through the outskirts of Lisbon Falls. The route includes two steep upgrades, one at the start and the second at the two-mile mark.

The race begins and ends near Lisbon High School.

The $15 preregistration and $20 day-of-race fee includes a free T-shirt.

Prizes will be awarded to the first male and female finishers. Awards will also be given to the first- and second-place male and female finishers in the following age categories: 12-and-under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30- 39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-and-over. Additional awards will be given to the first male and female “Lisbon Resident” finishers.

There is also a Kids Pre-Race Fun Run starting at 7 a.m., where kids of all ages race and everyone receives a prize. Registration is $5.

According to Lisbon Public Safety Officials, an estimated 50,000 people attend the three-day Moxie Festival. The Town of Lisbon has approximately 9,300 residents.

To get an application and map, visit the Moxie Festival website: www.moxiefestival.com, or call the Lisbon Recreation Department at 353-2289.