Captains 5k
About this race
The Alumni Society of Christopher Newport University is excited to bring back the Captains 5K! This scenic run through CNU’s beautiful campus gives participants the chance to experience new additions, familiar landmarks, and the signature landscaping that makes Christopher Newport feel like home. Everyone is welcome to participate – alumni, students, faculty, neighbors, friends, family, and anyone who wants to enjoy a great Spring morning on campus.
To make sure there’s something for everyone, we’re also hosting the Captains Dash – a shorter, fun, family‑friendly race for kids of all ages.
After you cross the finish line, stick around for the Blue & Silver Bash, our post‑race celebration on the lawn at the Alumni House. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with fellow Captains and enjoy time with the broader CNU community.
By participating, you’re helping to strengthen the Captain community for years to come.
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Running
Captains 5k
Captains Dash - 1 Mile
This is a 1 mile fun run/walk for kids of any age!
Virtual Captains 5k
All Virtual participants will receive a race bib, shirt, and medal. Race packets will be mailed by March 26, 2027.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 1 year of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Newport News, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:36 AM and sets at 7:36 PM local time (EDT) in Newport News on April 11, 2027 — 12h 59m of daylight.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Newport News
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- Newport News 5K Races 24 races
- Newport News Running Calendar 2026 25 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 28 Newport News events
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