Fast Before the Feast 5K
- Date Sat 31st October 2026 - Sun 29th November 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Newport News, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join the excitement at the Fast Before the Feast 5K on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in beautiful Newport News, Virginia! This beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition invites both seasoned runners and casual walkers to hit the scenic out and back course at Mariners' Museum Park, all while supporting a great cause. With race day participation capped at 800, it's essential to register early to secure your spot and guarantee your race shirt size by October 30, 2026.
This year, you can also participate virtually during Thanksgiving week, allowing friends and family to join in from anywhere! Each virtual registration contributes 50 meals to families facing food insecurity, making every step count. The virtual race registration deadline is November 26, 2026, with no limit on participants. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit!
This year, you can also participate virtually during Thanksgiving week, allowing friends and family to join in from anywhere! Each virtual registration contributes 50 meals to families facing food insecurity, making every step count. The virtual race registration deadline is November 26, 2026, with no limit on participants. Don’t miss out on the chance to make a difference while enjoying a fun-filled day of fitness and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
FERGUSON CARES and PENINSULA TRACK CLUB present the FAST BEFORE THE FEAST 5K. This popular event is back and held on Thanksgiving Day. The out and back course is run on the scenic roads of Mariners' Museum Park. RACE DAY PARTICIPATION WILL BE CAPPED AT 800. There is no limit for the virtual race. Race proceeds will benefit the Virginia Peninsula Foodbank and THRIVE Peninsula. Your participation and optional donations will help those in need.
FERGUSON VIRTUAL OPTION
Ferguson associates, family and friends can participate in this event virtually by registering and running or walking wherever they are Thanksgiving week. All virtual registrants will receive a Fast Before the Feast race shirt in December, and each registration still contributes 50 meals to families facing food insecurity. Associates can also register for the in-person Fast Before the Feast 5K on Thanksgiving in Newport News, VA.
To guarantee a shirt in your size for the in-person race, sign up by OCTOBER 30, 2026. The race does fill up and THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Deadline for the virtual race is NOVEMBER 26, 2026 with no registration limit.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE, PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO THE FOODBANK OR FEEDING AMERICA AT THE LINK ABOVE.
FERGUSON VIRTUAL OPTION
Ferguson associates, family and friends can participate in this event virtually by registering and running or walking wherever they are Thanksgiving week. All virtual registrants will receive a Fast Before the Feast race shirt in December, and each registration still contributes 50 meals to families facing food insecurity. Associates can also register for the in-person Fast Before the Feast 5K on Thanksgiving in Newport News, VA.
To guarantee a shirt in your size for the in-person race, sign up by OCTOBER 30, 2026. The race does fill up and THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. Deadline for the virtual race is NOVEMBER 26, 2026 with no registration limit.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PARTICIPATE, PLEASE CONSIDER MAKING A DONATION TO THE FOODBANK OR FEEDING AMERICA AT THE LINK ABOVE.
Races
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Fast Before the Feast 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt Giveaway
Thu 26th November 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$38.10
THANKSGIVING DAY Thursday, November 27, 2025 Race start is 8:30 a.m. LIMITED TO 800 PARTICIPANTS THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. -
Ferguson Fast Before the Feast 5K (VIRTUAL)
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
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Mariners' Museum Park, Across from Warwick High School on Warwick Blvd., Newport News, 23601, VA, United States
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