2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon
- Date
- July 12, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 10K Run · Half Marathon
From the Organizer
Come and enjoy the 'Run Like the Wind' races in Westport, WA, by entering a 5K run/walk, a 10K run or a Half Marathon run on the scenic Westport Light Trail and beyond. Our courses are rolling and fairly flat. All the races will start at the marina, go down and around the Fishermen's Memorial and then head for the paved trail around Half Moon Bay and through Westhaven State Park. A little farther down the trail, the 5K folks will turn around and head back to the starting point. Those running the 10K will appreciate the ocean views as they continue south on the trail and then run around the Westport Lighthouse before returning to the marina. After running around the lighthouse, the Half Marathon participants will follow the signs to the beach where there will be 5.7 miles of running in the sand before returning to the marina. It's an event for everyone and truly a "wind-in-your-hair" experience!
The Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce welcomes you and your family for summertime fun! Westport-Grayland Chamber of Commerce | Facebook
Finisher's Medals for all who complete the run!
Distances & Pricing
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon?
- 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon is a running event held in Westport, WA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon?
- Sunday, July 12, 2026 in Westport, WA at Junk Queens/Tackle Box, Westport, WA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
2026 Run Like the Wind -- Westport 5K, 10K and Half Marathon
Jul 12, 2026