Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA

Date
November 14, 2026
Location
Newport News, VA
Venue
100 Museum Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $30.00
Events
Run for Refuge 5K, Kids Fun Run
Includes
T-Shirt
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Run for Refuge 5K takes place at 100 Museum Drive in Newport News, Virginia on November 14, 2026. The event offers both a 1-mile and 5K distance, making it accessible to runners at different fitness levels. The race starts at 8:00 AM. Entry fees range from $10 to $30, providing an affordable option for athletes looking to race in the area. If you're traveling to Newport News for this event, look for accommodations near the museum venue for convenient race-morning logistics.

From the Race Organizer
Every step makes a difference. Join us for the Run for Refuge 5K and help bring hope, healing, and transformation to men and women experiencing homelessness in our community. This family-friendly race supports the life-changing work of Peninsula Rescue Mission, where individuals find safe shelter, hot meals, Christ-centered care, and a pathway toward restored lives. Whether you are a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or walking with friends and family, your participation directly impacts those seeking refuge from crisis and hardship. Proceeds from the race support emergency shelter, long-term recovery programs, and our growing outreach to women with nowhere else to turn. This is more than a race — it is a movement of compassion. Together, we can run toward a future where every person has a place to belong and the opportunity to rebuild. Lace up your shoes. Invite your friends. Run for refuge.

Course & Travel Notes

Run for Refuge 5K takes place in Newport News, Virginia on November 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM, which is 1 hour 17 minutes after sunrise at 6:43 AM. The venue elevation is 36 feet. Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) is located 5.3 miles from the venue. Typical weather for November in the area shows an average high of 61°F and average low of 40°F, with measurable precipitation occurring on 31% of days.

⛰️ 36 ft elevation☀️ Typically 61°F / 40°F · 31% chance of rain✈️ Newport News Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) — 5.3 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA?

Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA takes place on November 14, 2026. The race is held in Newport News, Virginia.

Where is Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA held?

Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA is held at 100 Museum Drive in Newport News, Virginia.

Where can I find hotels near Run for Refuge 5K 2026 — Newport News, VA?

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