Winter Wonderland 5K
Winter Wonderland 5K is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Newport, NC, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- December 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Location
- 608 Verdun Street, Newport, NC
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join Newport Parks & Recreation on Saturday, December 19, 2026, at 9 a.m. for the Winter Wonderland 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run! Whether you’re chasing a personal best, enjoying a walk, or making holiday memories with your family, we’d love to have you join us.
Holiday outfits are encouraged! Santa hats, festive sweaters, elf costumes, or whatever makes you smile. Your four-legged “reindeer” are welcome, too!
This race is part of Winter Wonderland in Newport, a month-long celebration of festive events that brings neighbors together and welcomes families from across the area. All race proceeds help fund Winter Wonderland events, supporting affordable holiday activities and free community celebrations right here in Newport.
Race details
- Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Start time: 9 a.m. for both the 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
- Race-day registration: Available
- Race shirts: Included for the first 50 registrants
- Finisher keepsake: All participants receive a commemorative race-themed Christmas ornament medal
- Awards: Division winners receive medals
- Holiday attire: Encouraged
- Dogs: Welcome
Come with your running group, bring the family, or make this your first race. However you reach the finish line, you’ll be helping a Newport tradition grow.
Registration Fees:
- 5K - $35 through race day
- 1-Mile Fun Run - $35 through race day
Giveaway:
All participants receive commemorative Christmas Ornament. The first 50 registrants will receive a complimentary shirt. Registration for shirts closes on December 5th, or once 50 participants have registered, whichever comes first.
Awards:
- Top 3 Overall Male and Female
- Top Male and Female per age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Events
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
58°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
37%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport/Morehead City Wfo, 1 mi from the venue.
About Newport, NC
City Elevation
32 ft
Nearest Airport
EWN
Coastal Carolina Regional Airport · 23 mi
Major Hub
RDU
Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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- Race
- Winter Wonderland 5K
- Date
- December 19, 2026
- Location
- 608 Verdun Street, Newport, NC
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Winter Wonderland 5K
Dec 19, 2026