PTC New Year's Day 2026 5K
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Newport News, Virginia
- Price $40.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a bang at the PTC New Year's Day 2026 5K, happening on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the beautiful Newport News Park, Newport News, Virginia! This exciting event invites runners, walkers, and strollers to take part in a fast, nearly flat course through one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Enjoy the lush scenery as you chase your fitness goals and welcome 2026 with friends and family.
The festivities begin at 9:50 AM with bib pick-up and race day registration, leading up to the race start at 10:00 AM on Constitution Way. Participants will have the chance to compete for overall awards as well as age group accolades, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to shine. Plus, all proceeds from this event benefit the York High School Cross Country and Track & Field programs, helping to fund essential equipment and uniforms. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure your race shirt by registering by December 3, and be part of this vibrant community celebration!
The festivities begin at 9:50 AM with bib pick-up and race day registration, leading up to the race start at 10:00 AM on Constitution Way. Participants will have the chance to compete for overall awards as well as age group accolades, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to shine. Plus, all proceeds from this event benefit the York High School Cross Country and Track & Field programs, helping to fund essential equipment and uniforms. Don’t miss out on the chance to secure your race shirt by registering by December 3, and be part of this vibrant community celebration!
Organiser's Description
male sign NEW YEARS DAY 2026 5K
Presented by Peninsula Track Club & York High School Cross Country / Track & Field
Monday, January 1, 2026 Newport News Park
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Start 2026 on the right foot with the Peninsula Track Club and York High School Cross Country & Track & Field at the New Years Day 5K!
This annual event welcomes runners, walkers, and strollers to enjoy a fast, nearly flat course through the scenic trails of Newport News Park one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Course judges will be on-site to verify the walker division.
All proceeds benefit York High School Cross Country and Track & Field, helping fund equipment, uniforms, and meet expenses.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
Location: Newport News Park Picnic Shelters 19 & 20 (across from the Ranger Station)
SCHEDULE:
950 AM: Bib pick-up & Race Day Registration
10:00 AM: Race Start (on Constitution Way in front of the Ranger Station, heading toward Jefferson Ave.)
~11:00 AM: Awards Ceremony
AWARDS
Overall Awards: Top 3 Male & Female finishers
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female in each group:
19 & Under, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, 7079, and 80+
Walker Division: Top 3 Male & Female Walkers
T-SHIRT INFORMATION
REGISTER BY DECEMBER 3 TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE SHIRT. After this date, shirts will be limited and not guaranteed.
REGISTRATION
Online Registration Closes: Noon on December 30, 2025
Race Day Registration: Opens at 9:00 AM at the bib pick-up area
Cost: $50 (cash) or $50 via RunSignUp. See: Thomas Tate for race-day sign-up assistance
Event Coordinators & Sponsors
Hosted and coordinated by York High School Cross Country / Track & Field
Sponsors:
Parkway Print Shop - https://www.parkwayprintshop.com/
Kraft Life, LLC https://kraftlife.com/
Presented by Peninsula Track Club & York High School Cross Country / Track & Field
Monday, January 1, 2026 Newport News Park
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Start 2026 on the right foot with the Peninsula Track Club and York High School Cross Country & Track & Field at the New Years Day 5K!
This annual event welcomes runners, walkers, and strollers to enjoy a fast, nearly flat course through the scenic trails of Newport News Park one of the largest municipal parks in the country. Course judges will be on-site to verify the walker division.
All proceeds benefit York High School Cross Country and Track & Field, helping fund equipment, uniforms, and meet expenses.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
Location: Newport News Park Picnic Shelters 19 & 20 (across from the Ranger Station)
SCHEDULE:
950 AM: Bib pick-up & Race Day Registration
10:00 AM: Race Start (on Constitution Way in front of the Ranger Station, heading toward Jefferson Ave.)
~11:00 AM: Awards Ceremony
AWARDS
Overall Awards: Top 3 Male & Female finishers
Age Group Awards: Top 3 Male & Female in each group:
19 & Under, 2029, 3039, 4049, 5059, 6069, 7079, and 80+
Walker Division: Top 3 Male & Female Walkers
T-SHIRT INFORMATION
REGISTER BY DECEMBER 3 TO GUARANTEE YOUR RACE SHIRT. After this date, shirts will be limited and not guaranteed.
REGISTRATION
Online Registration Closes: Noon on December 30, 2025
Race Day Registration: Opens at 9:00 AM at the bib pick-up area
Cost: $50 (cash) or $50 via RunSignUp. See: Thomas Tate for race-day sign-up assistance
Event Coordinators & Sponsors
Hosted and coordinated by York High School Cross Country / Track & Field
Sponsors:
Parkway Print Shop - https://www.parkwayprintshop.com/
Kraft Life, LLC https://kraftlife.com/
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