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TriFind Race Director Summit

Date
October 31, 2026
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From the Organizer

The Future of Multisport Starts Here

The TriFind Multisport Race Director Conference brings together the industry’s most influential race directors and brand partners for an afternoon of insight, collaboration, and recognition.

With representatives from 1,600+ multisport races invited, this gathering is designed to deliver real data, actionable strategy, and meaningful connections that shape the future of endurance racing.

Who’s Invited

  • 900+ NGB races
  • 600+ Non-NGB races
  • Leading brands and sponsors seeking 2027 partnerships
  • Industry media and nonprofit leaders

Important Registration Information

This registration is intended for race directors attending the TriFind Race Director Summit.

Sponsors and brand partners are warmly invited to participate, but must register through the 2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes race registration at the sponsor rate. 

This ensures sponsors receive the appropriate race weekend access, exposure, and activation opportunities, while allowing the summit sessions to remain focused on race director collaboration.

What You’ll Experience

2026 State of the Sport
A comprehensive look at participation trends, athlete behavior, and market outlook.

Actionable Research & Insights
Channel and consumer research presentations you can apply immediately to grow and strengthen your races.

Brand & Sponsor Engagement
Connect with companies actively seeking race partnerships and activation opportunities for 2027.

Race Director Awards
Honoring excellence and leadership in the industry, including:

  • Most Innovative Race
  • Most Collaborative Organization
  • Additional peer-recognized honors

Hosted & Emceed By
Bob Babbitt — Breakfast With Bob, the voice of endurance sports.

Registration & Giving Back

Introductory Registration: $100
100% of proceeds benefit the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF)

Your registration directly supports athletes with physical challenges, reinforcing the multisport community’s commitment to inclusion and impact.

Conference Hotel & Room Block

A limited block of hotel rooms is available at a discounted rate for attendees.

We strongly recommend booking early, as availability is limited and rooms are expected to sell out.

🔗 Reserve your discounted room here.

Exclusive Race Director Benefit

Registered race directors are invited to compete at no cost in the
 2026 Optimism Cal Tri Newport Dunes
 📅 November 1, 2026

The longest-running triathlon in the world operating continuously from the same venue - a chance to race, connect, and celebrate the sport alongside your peers.

Why Attend

  • Gain clarity on where the sport is headed
  • Learn what’s working and what’s next
  • Build relationships that power future races
  • Be recognized for the work you do
  • Give back to a cause that strengthens our community

Secure Your Spot

Limited capacity. Early registration recommended.

Benefiting CAF

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Weather

Typical Conditions

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

71°

Typical Low

58°

Chance of Rain

9%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport Beach Harbor, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:10 AMSunset 6:01 PMDaylight 10h 51m

Host City

About Newport Beach, CA

Population

84,304

as of 2023

Elevation

0 ft

Nearest Airport

SNA

John Wayne Orange County International Airport · 4 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at TriFind Race Director Summit, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

145

Days to train

Race
TriFind Race Director Summit
Date
October 31, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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.

Read the Guide

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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the TriFind Race Director Summit?
TriFind Race Director Summit is a running race held in Newport Beach, California on October 31, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the TriFind Race Director Summit?
Saturday, October 31, 2026 in Newport Beach, California at 1107 Jamboree Road, Newport Beach, CA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the TriFind Race Director Summit?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

TriFind Race Director Summit

Oct 31, 2026

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