Events in Newport News, Virginia | 2026-2027

2026 Fort Eustis 10K Run / Ruck [runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 07, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Come and run or ruck the Fort Eustis 10K event on 07 March 2026. We are excited for this year's event!

Ruck Requirements are based on participant's weight:

160lbs & up: 45lb ruck sack (dry weight)

159lbs & below: 35lb ruck sack (dry weight)

All ruck sacks will be weighed before and after the event

All registrants will receive a race day shirt and custom 10K hat!

10k Run
643 Dickman St, Newport News, Virginia, 23604, United States
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2026 | New Energy Youth Running Team by Tidewater Striders [runsignup.com]
Mon, Mar 09, 2026 at 12:00 AM

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2026 Spring Training

TRAINING IS FREE TO CLUB MEMBERS

PLAN TO JOIN the Tidewater Striders' New Energy Youth Running Team

New Energy is an informal youth group training together to improve their times...

2026 Spring Training

TRAINING IS FREE TO CLUB MEMBERS

PLAN TO JOIN the Tidewater Striders' New Energy Youth Running Team

New Energy is an informal youth group training together to improve their times in road races as well as their performance in track and field and cross-country events sanctioned by the USA Track and Field (USATF) and AAU. Motivations vary from those who simply enjoy running, to those who are goal-oriented and recognize the need to train in order to perform well in races. With its group approach to running practices, New Energy provides a fun, sociable forum for running preparation and development.

New Energy welcomes all youth runners, ages 5-19, regardless of ability. Practices are informal, and participants are encouraged to attend as many as possible. Runners must have a good pair of running shoes to avoid injuries. Uniforms, Warm-ups, and other gear can be purchased, but are optional. Membership in the Tidewater Striders is required by the third practice to participate in sessions and compete on a team basis in Track and Relay teams. The cost is $12.00 per year or $18.00 for two years.

Coaching is provided by volunteers who are Tidewater Striders members. Again this year, Amber Garwood will provide program leadership, while Kari and Will Tallent will provide weekly training specs. Other running enthusiasts/parents will also participate. New Energy provides youth runners and their families an enriching environment that can be a building block to the youth runner's future.

In the past, New Energy runners attended National Cross Country and Track and Field Championships around the Country. Many previous New Energy runners are currently participating with high school and college teams where they have excelled in Cross Country, Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Field with All-State and National recognition. New Energy has produced numerous All-American medalists, State Champs, and one National Champion in Cross Country.

SPRING TRAINING VENUE DETAILS:

Virginia Beach Training Site: Starts March 10th, 2026 & ends June 4th, 2026 – Tuesdays & Thursdays, from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Meet at Mt. Trashmore next to the skate park. Lead site Coach: Thomas Hicks – [email protected]

Chesapeake Training Site: Starts March 10th, 2026 & ends June 4th, 2026 – Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:30 –6:30 pm. Meet at Chesapeake City Park at the cabana opposite the skate park. Lead Site Coach: Frank Scaringello [email protected] & Kelly Mick – [email protected]

Suffolk Training Site: Starts March 9th, 2026 & ends June 4th, 2026 – Mondays & Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Meet at Sleepy Hole Park, near the Playground/Picnic Area. Lead Site Coach: Kari Tallent – [email protected]

Norfolk Training Site: Starts March 12th, 2026 & ends June 4th, 2026 – Thursdays 5:30 – 6:30 pm. Meet at Lakewood Park in the first parking lot on the left after passing the Park Office. Lead Site Coach: Dave McDonald – [email protected]

P.O.W.E.R Training Site (Mt. Trashmore, VB): Starts March 10th, 2026 & ends June 2nd, 2026 – Tuesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Meets at Mt. Trashmore near Kids Cove opposite the skate park. P.O.W.E.R. (Program Of Wonderfully Exceptional Runners) is an outreach running program designed especially for children with exceptional needs. Lead Site Coach: Michael Beaverse - [email protected]

YOUTH GRAND PRIX:

The Youth Grand Prix is for Tidewater Striders members 16 or under. All races will be 5k or 1-mile events.

YOU MUST SIGN UP FOR THE YGP BEFORE THE FIRST RACE OF THE SEASON OR WHEN YOU FIRST SIGN UP IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE: https://runsignup.com/Race/VA/VirginiaBeach/TidewaterStriderYouthGrandPrixSignUp

Youth Grand Prix Page: www.tidewaterstriders.com/2025-grand-prix

Indoor Run
North Avenue, Newport News, Virginia, 23464, United States
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Fast Fools 5K [runsignup.com]
Wed, Apr 01, 2026 at 6:00 PM

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Join us for the 2nd annual 5$ 5k raising money for the THRIVE Peninsula food bank and organized by Warwick HS IB students!

5k Run
700 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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Freekind's 11th Annual Offramps 5K [freekindva.org] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Welcome to our 11th Annual Offramps 5K! We're so glad you've chosen to join us to show your continued commitment to ending human trafficking.

The Offramps 5K is an annual event hosted by Freekind to...

Welcome to our 11th Annual Offramps 5K! We're so glad you've chosen to join us to show your continued commitment to ending human trafficking.

The Offramps 5K is an annual event hosted by Freekind to raise awareness of human trafficking and funds to support our prevention and restoration programs. The name of the event refers to our work in creating "offramps to freedom" for victims of commercial sexual exploitation. Because traffickers have stolen away their freedom and manipulated them into believing that there is no other path for them, Freekind works to restore their hope, by providing practical support to give them a way out. By joining us for our annual 5K, you are part of creating offramps to freedom for survivors of human trafficking.

Race Packet-Pickup will be held the morning of race-day!

When: Saturday, April 25th from 7:30AM to 8:00AM.

Where: Registration/Check-In Table

ABOUT US

Freekind exists to prevent human trafficking in our communities and support survivors on their journey to freedom. We offer awareness and industry-specific training, a nationally recognized prevention education curriculum for youth, and restorative services for criminalized victims. With your help, we can protect our children and restore freedom, hope and belonging to survivors of human trafficking. Will you join us?

To find out more about Freekind and how you can get involved, please visit our website, www.freekindva.org.

All proceeds will go directly to Freekind to fund education and prevention efforts, victim services, and continuing efforts to end human trafficking.

1 Miles 5k Run
Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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Chick-fil-A 10k/5k [cfa5k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, May 23, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Those crazy cows are back for the 19th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K along with the Running of the Cows Fun Run! The 2026 event features the scenic Mariners' Museum, Lions Bridge and lots of family fun...

Those crazy cows are back for the 19th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K along with the Running of the Cows Fun Run! The 2026 event features the scenic Mariners' Museum, Lions Bridge and lots of family fun in Newport News, VA. Join us for a great run and to Eat More Chicken!

All 3 races offer fast, all-paved courses. The 10k and 5k take you through the Mariners' Museum, Lion's Bridge, Riverside Drive and along the James River. This USATF certified course is smooth, easy to follow and perfect for runners or walkers of all levels!

After your race stick around for the the Post Party and Family Fun Zone, filled with activities for the whole family.

Once again, we've partnered with the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank to help provide meals to our community. Runners can donate to the Foodbank during online registration. Donations will also be accepted at Packet Pickup.

1 Miles 5k 10k Fun Run Run Walk
100 Museum Drive, Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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STAR's Candy Crawl 5k & Boo Dash [runsignup.com]
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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The Order of the Easter Star (OES) is a fraternal organization that brings together men and women to promote moral values, charity, education, and service to others. We are a Fraternal, non-profit,...

The Order of the Easter Star (OES) is a fraternal organization that brings together men and women to promote moral values, charity, education, and service to others. We are a Fraternal, non-profit, charitable service organization. The Order of the Eastern Star is a Masonic-affiliated organization open to women and men. It is dedicated to charitable work, personal growth, and community service, using lessons from biblical heroines and heroes to teach principles such as love, fidelity, faith hope and charity.

• Service-oriented: OES supports charities, scholarships, youth programs, and community needs.

• Values-based: It teaches ethical living, compassion, and integrity through symbolism and ritual.

• Family-inclusive: It allows men and women to work together in a fraternal setting while serving in support of youth programs for males (DeMolay) and Females (International Order of Rainbow for girls and Jobs’ daughters).

• Community-focused: Members are encouraged to give back locally and beyond.

• Supportive-fellowship: It offers friendship, mutual support, and personal enrichment.

Our Organization was established in 1850. Our Local Chapter was chartered in 1942 and has actively supported our members and significant Community needs for more than 83 years.

1 Miles 5k Run
Copeland Lane Field/Boundary Road Trail, Newport News, Virginia, 23601, United States
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Noland Trail 50K and Relay [nolandtrail50k.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Nov 07, 2026 at 7:30 AM

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The Noland Trail 50K & Relay gives runners the opportunity to race the ONLY event run on the beautiful Noland Trail in The Mariners’ Museum Park. The 50K will consist of 6 laps on the trail, and a...

The Noland Trail 50K & Relay gives runners the opportunity to race the ONLY event run on the beautiful Noland Trail in The Mariners’ Museum Park. The 50K will consist of 6 laps on the trail, and a short section of course before and after each trail lap. Relay teams can be made up of 2-6 team members, and take on the 6 laps together. In between laps runners can hang out together in "Tortuga" and enjoy time with one another. All runners gain access to the Mariners' Museum Fall Festival that will feature live music, craft beer & cider tastings and activities for the entire family.

The race start times are set up so that the slowest runners/teams start first (7:30AM is first wave of runners), and throughout the morning gradually faster runners/teams will start, with the fastest runners starting around 8:45-9:00AM. This helps to keep congestion down on the trail, and also makes it so that most participants are finishing around the same timeframe. Start times are determined using the mile pace submitted during registration. Team start times will be based on average pace of the team. Start times will be posted about 2 weeks prior to the run.

50k Relay Run Trail
100 Museum Drive, Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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Run for Refuge 5K [runsignup.com]
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Every step makes a difference.

Join us for the Run for Refuge 5K and help bring hope, healing, and transformation to men and women experiencing homelessness in our community. This family-friendly...

Every step makes a difference.

Join us for the Run for Refuge 5K and help bring hope, healing, and transformation to men and women experiencing homelessness in our community. This family-friendly race supports the life-changing work of Peninsula Rescue Mission, where individuals find safe shelter, hot meals, Christ-centered care, and a pathway toward restored lives.

Whether you are a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or walking with friends and family, your participation directly impacts those seeking refuge from crisis and hardship. Proceeds from the race support emergency shelter, long-term recovery programs, and our growing outreach to women with nowhere else to turn.

This is more than a race — it is a movement of compassion. Together, we can run toward a future where every person has a place to belong and the opportunity to rebuild.

Lace up your shoes. Invite your friends. Run for refuge.

5k Run Walk
100 Museum Drive, Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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Glowing Gobbler 5K [flatoutevents.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Wed, Nov 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM

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Before the turkey and the stuffing take part the most LIT holiday run of the season. The Glowing Gobbler 5K is an evening race that gives runners a unique opportunity to run through Newport News...

Before the turkey and the stuffing take part the most LIT holiday run of the season. The Glowing Gobbler 5K is an evening race that gives runners a unique opportunity to run through Newport News Park's Celebration In Lights. Get in the holiday spirit and have a little run while you are at it!

Entry fees are non-refundable; race numbers and entries cannot be transferred to other persons. No exceptions. This means once we have received your entry, you will not receive a refund if you cannot participate, and you may not give or sell your number or timing chip to anyone else.

5k Run
901 Clubhouse Way, Newport News, Virginia, 23608, United States
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Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital) [sites.google.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM

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Just in time for Christmas, this thrilling two-loop course invites runners and walkers alike to wind through campus and the woods behind Peninsula Catholic High School, all decked out in Christmas...

Just in time for Christmas, this thrilling two-loop course invites runners and walkers alike to wind through campus and the woods behind Peninsula Catholic High School, all decked out in Christmas lights and full of holiday cheer. Best of all, 100% of registration profits (after costs) will be donated to charity.

But which charity? A number of teams will be competing for a grand prize: the right to choose which charity will receive 50% of the race registration profits. No matter what, the other 50% of race profits (and donations) will go straight to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. You don't have to be a part of a team to race, walk, or donate. We encourage participants of every skill level to come out and participate, build community, and make a positive impact!

The race is hosted PCYT, a club with a mission to teach teenagers that community service and acts of kindness can be fun. To see examples of their good work like helping the police clean up a beach, packing lunches to feed the homeless, or donating a car to refugees, check out their YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@peninsulacatholicyoutube

Click here for a course map, as well as an up-to-date list of teams and the charities they'll be championing!

If you're interested in putting together a team of five to seven runners to compete for a charity, contact [email protected]

5k Run Walk
600 Harpersville Road, Newport News, Virginia, 23601, United States
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Newport News One City Marathon [onecitymarathon.com] [Register at runsignup.com]
Sat, Mar 06, 2027 at 8:00 AM

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Now in its 13th year, the Newport News One City Marathon is a great point-to-point marathon option located in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. This course is known for its fast times and a high...

Now in its 13th year, the Newport News One City Marathon is a great point-to-point marathon option located in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. This course is known for its fast times and a high percentage of Boston Qualifying times. There are also additional race distances available including half marathon, 5K and Nautical Mile fun run. If you are up for a challenge, run the 5K on Saturday, and either the half or full marathon Sunday!

1.15 Miles 3.1 Miles 13.1 Miles 16.2 Miles 26.2 Miles 29.4 Miles Fun Run Marathon Run
2400 Washington Avenue, Newport News, Virginia, 23606, United States
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11 running, walking, and fun run events in Newport News, Virginia

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