| Athletics at the I South Pacific Mini Games | |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 8–16 |
| Host city | Honiara, Solomon Islands  |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 36 (22 men, 14 women) |
| Participation | 14 nations |
Athletics competitions at the 1981 South Pacific Mini Games were held in Honiara, Solomon Islands, between July 8–16, 1981.
A total of 36 events were contested, 22 by men and 14 by women.