|
The Youth & Fitness Expo will feature many tasty, fun, and fantastic activities.
The bumper cars and rock climbing wall are always a big hit with the kids but there's much more!
Visit Stu News Newport to read more about Spirit Run's racing, entertainment, and expo activities.
| |
|
Enjoy delicious popcorn and collect giveaways from Regal Cinemas' booth.
Check out Fletcher Jones Motor Cars' display cars in the expo.
Meet members of the Exchange Club of Newport Harbor. The kids can enjoy candy and take a small American flag and rubber ducky. Parents will discover club activities including the 16th Annual Field of Honor at Castaways Park from May 16 through May 26, 2025. The Field of Honor raises 1,776 American flags in honor of military servicemen, veterans, and first responders.
Visit Newport Beach Life Guards to meet Junior Guard instructors and learn about the program and to witness a Hands Only CPR demonstration. Grab a sticker while you're there..
At Gold Arrow Camp, your kids will unplug, have fun, make lifelong friends, and grow socially and emotionally. Consider a one-week Mini Camp this summer! Read more at 10 Reasons Great Parents Choose Summer Camp for Their Kids.
Stu News Newport is proud to sponsor Spirit Run for the eighth consecutive year. Subscribe to Stu News Newport for free to receive your local news twice weekly, including the results of this year’s races, at Stunewsnewport.com.
Visit Pawfect Bandanas' booth! They offer stylish, reflective bandanas designed to keep your pets looking great while staying safe. Check out their latest design for St. Patrick’s Day and see how they're making pet fashion both fun and functional!
Visit the Sponsor Page to view all of Spirit Run's sponsors.
| | | |
|
Ride the wave into summer and make it an unforgettable splash with Camp Newport. Dive into Camp Newport's summer offerings now by clicking Campnewport.com.
-
On March 12 view the preview booklet by clicking on “Camps by Weeks” in the left-hand navigation.
-
On March 13 registration opens at 8:00 a.m.
-
Register by April 10 to save 10% or more on most camps.
Meet Camp Newport's staff, as well as a collection of its amazing summer instructors, in the Youth & Fitness Expo. They are hosting the variety of interactive activities listed immediately below.
| |
|
Health, Fitness, & More
Stop by Barry's to learn about their high energy cardio strength workout.
See Orange Theory Fitness for their science backed, technology-tracked workouts.
Need an e-bike? Check them out as well as bike helmets and baskets at Bluejay Bikes.
Visit Priestly Chiropractic for free pre and post stretching and posture assessments.
Grab St. Paddy's and other giveaways at Marque Urgent Care .
Visit Winning Ways and Kaleo Marketing to plan your next vacation.
Gear up at Sports Basement. Grab a 20% off coupon and become a member.
| |  |
|
Student Performances & More
Savor the sounds of the Corona del Mar High Jazz Band in the expo.
Pose for photos and join in the energy of OC Ghostbusters, a cosplay group who will add to Spirit Run's fun. They will cheer on competitors and engage with the crowd.
Listen to the beautiful voices of our National Anthem singers Isadora Salekfard and Aiden Villa before Spirit Run's races.
Enjoy performances at the start line and along your race course by Corona del Mar High Drumline.
Grab some water and spin the wheel for prizes at Pacific Academy. Meet some snakes and learn about their school for grades PreK through 8.
| | |
|
Grab water and fruit after your race.
Enjoy breakfast burritos, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, coffee and other beverages, and much more at Alexa's food truck.
Satisfy your salt craving with popcorn from Regal Cinemas.
Enjoy a mango fruit snack at Solely.
| |
|
|
Race for the Pot of Gold
Spirit Run awards competitors with prizes:
Adults compete for the Pot of Gold, a $4,700 Cash Purse, in the Elite Mile, Masters Mile, and 5k.
Adults compete to win Malarky's hats.
Kids and adults compete to win meals from Old Spaghetti Factory.
Kids compete to win gift cards from Balboa Candy and Sports Basement.
Kids compete to win a bucket of goodies from Regal Cinemas.
Human/dog duos compete to win gift cards from Lazy Dog Restaurant.
For complete details on how to win, visit the Awards Page at our website.
| | |
Awards Presentations
Legendary miler, Steve Scott, will recognize most* prize winners at Spirit Run during three Awards Presentations.
8:30 a.m. Top 3 boys and girls overall in the Youth 5k
9:30 a.m. Top 3 males and females overall in Elite, Open, Masters, and Age 15-17 Mile and Adult 5k
10:30 a.m. Top 2 males and females age 13-17 and 18 and older in Dog Mile and Top 3 boys and girls age 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14 in the Youth 1/4, 1/2 and 1 Mile
Read Bring Back the Mile's tribute to Steve. See details about the Awards Presentations at the Awards Page.
*5k and Youth 5k division winners may obtain prizes, time permitting, at the Awards Booth, or, if not, by mail later.
| | |
Compete in St. Paddy's costume contest | |
|
Be Irish for a Day at Spirit Run! Get your green on while you run or walk. For your leprechaun approved best, accessorize your look with Spirit Run's St. Paddy's giveaways.
Double your fun by competing in our St. Patrick’s themed costume contest. Below are the divisions and prizes. Visit the St. Patrick's Page for details about all our St. Paddy's features.
| |
|
Raffle Items
Spirit Run is raffling off the following items:
-
1 travel certificate, valued at $2,500*, for 7 nights at your choice from a variety of destinations from Wyndham Destinations.
-
2 travel certificates, valued at $500* each, for 4 nights at your choice from a variety of destinations from Kaleo Marketing.
*Visit the Awards Page for details such as terms and conditions including any fees and taxes, privacy policy, frequently asked questions, destinations, etc.
| | |
|
How to win
Below are the rules and steps for winning:
- Must be 18 years of age or older to participate.
-
Adults registered for the 5k by March 15th at 5:00 p.m. will automatically be entered into the raffle.
-
Other adults may enter the raffle by replying to this email, or clicking here to email us, with your name and mobile number by March 15th at 5:00 p.m..
-
Raffle entrants must arrive at the Adult 5k start line by 8:15 a.m..
- Winners will be drawn randomly from those properly registered for the raffle.
- Must be present at the Adult 5k start line when winners are announced to win.
| |
|
We are giving away St. Paddy’s swag.
Decorative Eyeglasses A choice of one of the above decorativve eyeglasses are available, first come, first served, to the first 700 registrants who request them at Packet Pickup or Spirit Run.
Headpiece or Hairpin A choice of one of the above headpieces or hairpins are available, first come, first served, to the first 500 registrants who request them at Packet Pickup or Spirit Run.
| | |
|
Our medal and shirts are St. Paddy's themed.
Youth The youth entry fee covers the youth sized shirt above to be retrieved at the Shirt Booth at Packet Pickup or Spirit Run.
Adult Shirts Those who purchased adult sized shirts when they registered by March 5th may retrieve them at the Registration Booth at Packet Pickup or Spirit Run.
Buy event swag online at the Spirit Shop for delivery to your designated address.
| | | | | |
