Grinch Fun Run 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 21, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Newburgh, Indiana
- Entry fee
- From $15 · goes up to $30 on Oct 1, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
Registration is open.
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grinch Fun Run 5k | 5K | Nov 21, 20269:00 AM | $25$30 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Grinch Fun Walk 1 mile | 1 Mile | Nov 21, 20269:00 AM | $25$30 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
| Cindy Lou Who Kids Dash | Kids | Nov 21, 202610:00 AM | $15$20 after Oct 1, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $30 on Oct 1, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Grinch Fun Run 5k and Grinch Fun Walk 1 mile: $25 until Oct 1, then $30 until Nov 20, then $35 until Nov 21.
- Cindy Lou Who Kids Dash: $15 until Oct 1, then $20 until Nov 20, then $25 until Nov 21.
Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Indiana, which costs $30 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Newburgh runs 34:49, about 11:12 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 38:29 and men in 29:02.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:36 AM, and the Grinch Fun Run 5k starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 390 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
French Island Trail, Newburgh, IN 47630
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 21 the day usually runs from 36°F at dawn to 54°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 25% of days. Cold snaps dip to 25°F and hot years reach 66°F.
Based on 85 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- French Island Trail, Newburgh, IN 47630Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 390 feet
- Included with entry
- Long Sleeve T-Shirt; T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 21, 2026)
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Quick answers
- When is Grinch Fun Run?
- Saturday, November 21, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $15 before processing fees, and rises to $30 on Oct 1, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 21, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Indiana?
- At $25, entry is about 17 percent below a typical 5K in Indiana, which costs $30 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- French Island Trail, Newburgh, IN 47630.
From the organizers
Get ready to dash into the holiday season at the Grinch Fun Run hosted by Historic Newburgh, Inc. on November 21! 🎄💚
Choose your festive challenge with a timed 5K, 1-mile run/walk, or a Kids Dash — all set along the beautiful Ohio Riverfront in downtown Newburgh, Indiana. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just out for some merry movement, the scenic river views make this event extra special.
Our town Grinch will be on hand stirring up holiday mischief along the course and posing for photos, so be ready for some festive fun!