
Baklava Blowout 5k is a running race on October 3, 2026 in Newport, NH.
From the Organizer
Run. Walk. Eat Baklava. Feed Your Community.
Lace up your running shoes and bring your appetite! Join us for one of Newport's sweetest traditions, the Baklava Blowout: Feed the Hungry 5K. Every step you take helps support local efforts to feed families in need while celebrating with an unforgettable morning of fitness, community, and delicious homemade baklava.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a family walk, or simply coming for the treats, everyone is welcome!
❤️ Why We Run
The Baklava Blowout isn't just another 5K.
Every registration helps support efforts to feed hungry members of our local community, making every mile meaningful. Together we can make a real difference, one step at a time.
Run for your health.
Run for your neighbors.
Run because everyone deserves a full plate.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
64°
Typical Low
40°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
1,008 ft
Nearest Airport
LEB
Lebanon Municipal Airport · 20 mi
Major Hub
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport · 91 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
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From Endurance Grid
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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Newport than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Baklava Blowout 5k
Oct 3, 2026