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Saturday, May 29th, 2027
100 Museum Dr., Newport News VA
10K · 5K · 1 Mile
65–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
62–78°F
dry
2025
61–78°F
dry
2024
64–82°F
dry
2023
64–75°F
rain
2022
62–81°F
dry
2021
60–78°F
rain
2020
71–82°F
rain
2019
75–95°F
dry
2018
71–74°F
rain
2017
66–83°F
dry
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About this race
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.
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