About:
💘 RUN LOVE RUN – 10th Anniversary Milestone
Date: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Location: South Beach Marina, Newport, OR (Start Location)
Distances: 30K · 15K · 8K
💝 A Decade of Love on the Coast
Join us for the 10th Anniversary of the PNW’s most romantic race! Since we land exactly on Valentine’s Day this year, we’re pulling out all the stops for our milestone celebration. Whether you’re chasing a PR or running with your sweetheart, this is the ultimate Newport weekend getaway.
🎁 All Participants Receive:
- 💎 Artisan Glass Medal: Custom, hand-blown finisher medal featuring our 10th-anniversary Yaquina Bridge stamp, crafted by local Newport artists.
- 🌹 Finish Line Rose: A fresh red rose as you cross the line.
- 🍫 Chocolate Fountain: Our signature finish-line treats.
- 📸 Free Pro Photos: High-res downloads included.
- ⏱️ Precision Timing: Chip-timed results
🏆 Awards & Teams
Top 3 Overall M/F awards plus 10-year age group honors. Sign up as a team for extra fun:
- 💕 Sweethearts: For couples
- 👯 BFFs: For best friends
- 👨👩👧 Family Ties: Mother/Daughter, Mother/Son, Father/Daughter, Father/Son
🏃♂️ Already Registered? Check the 2026 Start List to see your competition and verify your Team Name!
🕐 Schedule
7:00 AM: Packet Pickup @ South Beach Marina
8:00 AM: 30K Start
8:45 AM: 15K Start
9:00 AM: 8K Start
11:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
📸 Costumes & Photos
Rock your best red, pink, or heart-themed gear! Don't forget a photo with our 3D "R ♥ R" sculpture at the finish.
💪 Volunteer
Local groups/schools can earn fundraising grants for volunteering. Contact us to get involved!
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Event's current local time: 6:06 PM PT
