The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026)
When is The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026)?
The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) takes place on Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Newark, CA.
What distances does The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) offer?
The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) offers 1 event: 4k (2.5 mile).
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4k (2.5 mile) | 2.5 mi | $20.00 | Register |
How much does The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) cost?
Registration for The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) starts at $100.00.
Where is The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) held?
The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026) is held in Newark, CA at 35501 Cedar Blvd..
About The 41st Annual Newark Mile 4k (2026)
CXC4L is proud to announce that we will be hosting the Newark Mile again in 2026. The race will take place along its traditional 2.5 mile (4km) course along the Newark Days parade route (see course map below for more detail). We are pleased to be hosting the 41st running of this local Newark favorite in partnership with the Newark Days Celebration!
After the race, stick around to enjoy the rest of the Newark Days such as carnival rides, parade, live entertainment, food festival, beer & wine pavilion, car show, and an arts & crafts fair.
Early packet pick up
Want to avoid the lines on race day? You can pick up your race bib, timing chip, and Newark Mile T-shirt on Sunday, September 13, 2026 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm in front of the Newark Community Center, 35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA (near the corner of Cedar Blvd. and Chapman Dr.).
Otherwise, check in between 7:00 am and 8:30 am in front of the Newark Community Center (near the corner of Cedar Blvd. and Chapman Dr.) Pick up your bib, timing chip, and T-shirt! The check-in table will close promptly at 8:30 am.
Newark Mile 4Kids!
We are pleased to host once again the Newark Mile 4kids, a family favorite!
- What is it? This approximately 50 meter race is intended for kids to get ready to run the Newark Mile when they're older.
- Time: 8:25 am, right before the Newark Mile. Parents, please have your little runners ready to go at 8:15 am to participate. Announcements will be made over the speakers when the kids are being gathered.
- Place: The race will take place near the check-in table at Cedar Blvd. and Chapman Dr.
- Other info: For younger children, it is recommended to have one parent/friend/relative at the start line and one at the finish line.
- Fee: The Newark Mile 4kids is free!
Age Groups/Awards
There are several categories of awards given out at the Newark Mile.
- All runners get a special edition finisher medal
- Trophies for the first overall male and female
- Trophies for the first Newark resident male and female
- Trophies for the first male and female in each age group
- Medals for the top 3 males and females in each age group
The age groups are: 0 to 14, 15 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 45, 46 to 55, 56 to 65, and 66 & over.