PTC New Year's Day 2026 5K
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Newport News, Virginia
- Price $45.00
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Kick off the New Year with a bang at the PTC New Year's Day 2026 5K on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in beautiful Newport News Park! This exciting event invites runners, walkers, and strollers of all ages to take part in a fun-filled race along the scenic trails of one of the largest municipal parks in the country. The nearly flat course is perfect for participants looking to set new personal records or enjoy a leisurely stroll with family and friends.
Starting at 10:00 AM, participants will enjoy a spirited atmosphere filled with camaraderie and motivation. With awards for the top three male and female finishers in overall and age group categories, this event promises a competitive edge while still being accessible for everyone. Don't forget to register by December 3 to guarantee your race shirt, and join us in supporting York High School Cross Country and Track & Field, as all proceeds help fund essential equipment and uniforms. This year marks the last opportunity to experience this beloved event in Newport News Park, so gather your friends and family and make it a New Year's celebration to remember!
Starting at 10:00 AM, participants will enjoy a spirited atmosphere filled with camaraderie and motivation. With awards for the top three male and female finishers in overall and age group categories, this event promises a competitive edge while still being accessible for everyone. Don't forget to register by December 3 to guarantee your race shirt, and join us in supporting York High School Cross Country and Track & Field, as all proceeds help fund essential equipment and uniforms. This year marks the last opportunity to experience this beloved event in Newport News Park, so gather your friends and family and make it a New Year's celebration to remember!
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:
COOKIE TEXT - HTTPS://WWW.COOKIETEXT.COM/ [https://www.cookietext.com/]
PARKWAY PRINT SHOP - HTTPS://WWW.PARKWAYPRINTSHOP.COM/ [https://www.parkwayprintshop.com/]
KRAFT LIFE, LLC HTTPS://KRAFTLIFE.COM/ [https://kraftlife.com/]
*2026 IS THE LAST YEAR THIS WILL BE IN NEWPORT NEWS PARK. THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS & THE NEWPORT NEWS PARK & RECREATION HAVE INFORMED US THAT THIS WILL BE THE LAST YEAR WE CAN HOLD THIS EVENT IN THE PARK. THEY ARE MOVING AWAY FROM ALLOWING RUNNING AND WALKING EVENTS IN THE PARK, CITING THE IMPACT ON PARK RESOURCES.* DON'T WORRY, WE WILL FIND A NEW LOCATION FOR NYD 2027!
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:
COOKIE TEXT - HTTPS://WWW.COOKIETEXT.COM/ [https://www.cookietext.com/]
PARKWAY PRINT SHOP - HTTPS://WWW.PARKWAYPRINTSHOP.COM/ [https://www.parkwayprintshop.com/]
KRAFT LIFE, LLC HTTPS://KRAFTLIFE.COM/ [https://kraftlife.com/]
*2026 IS THE LAST YEAR THIS WILL BE IN NEWPORT NEWS PARK. THE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS & THE NEWPORT NEWS PARK & RECREATION HAVE INFORMED US THAT THIS WILL BE THE LAST YEAR WE CAN HOLD THIS EVENT IN THE PARK. THEY ARE MOVING AWAY FROM ALLOWING RUNNING AND WALKING EVENTS IN THE PARK, CITING THE IMPACT ON PARK RESOURCES.* DON'T WORRY, WE WILL FIND A NEW LOCATION FOR NYD 2027!
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