About
Newport Spirit Run offers a 5K Race, 5K Walk, Half Marathon, 1 Mile Race, 1 Mile Jog/Walk, Combo (5K + 1 Mile), Kids Beach Dash, and Toddler Trot. The program includes Sunday events such as the Half Marathon at 7:15 AM, the 5K Race at 7:30 AM, the Kids Beach Dash at 9:50 AM, and the Toddler Trot from 10:00–10:30 AM.
Programs
- Half Marathon — adults, youth, families, runners and walkers · Sunday, 7:15 AM
- 5K Race — all ages and levels · Sunday, 7:30 AM
- 5K Walk — family-friendly
- 1 Mile Race — adults and kids
- 1 Mile Jog/Walk — families, younger runners
- Combo (5K + 1 Mile) — adults and kids
- Kids Beach Dash — 4 through 6 · Sunday, 9:50 AM
- Toddler Trot — 3 and younger · Sunday, 10:00-10:30 AM
At a glance
- Ages: 3–18 years old
- General schedule: Saturday October 17: Packet Pickup 12:00 PM–3:00 PM at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort Expo. Sunday October 18: Registration opens 6:00 AM; Adult Competitive Mile 7:00 AM; Half Marathon 7:15 AM; 5K Race & Walk 7:30 AM; Youth Competitive Mile 8:45 AM; Family Mile 9:00 AM; Beach Dash 9:50 AM; Toddler Trot 10:00–10:30 AM.
About the provider
Newport Spirit Run is the 42nd edition of the event and has been held since 1983. The Newport Mesa Spirit Run, Inc. says it is dedicated to promoting youth fitness and donating event net proceeds to benefit youth education, youth fitness, and other youth causes. It supports local schools, youth sports programs, and the Newport Bay Conservancy, and it is committed to sustainability through greener race practices designed to help reduce waste and protect the natural beauty of Upper Newport Bay.
Newport Spirit Run is committed to sustainability through greener race practices designed to help reduce waste and protect the natural beauty of Upper Newport Bay.
Last updated October 22, 2026.
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