Chick-fil-A 10k/5k - Chick-fil-A 10k
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Distance
6.2 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Those crazy cows are back for the 20th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K along with the Running of the Cows Fun Run! This race series 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! We are celebrating 20 years of fun and we can't wait to share it all with you! 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.
Typical conditions
For events around May 2027 in Newport News, VA, United States: Typical spring conditions in this region — mornings can still be cool; confirm start-time guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
A 10K benefits from a mix of easy mileage and one quality workout weekly. Build toward a long run of about 8–12 km in the weeks before the event, and keep taper light.
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This event is listed in Newport News, VA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- May 29, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- May 29, 2027 · 1:30 PM (this one)
- May 29, 2027 · 1:45 PM



