2026 Pirates and Princesses of the Peninsula
2026 Pirates and Princesses of the Peninsula is a running race on October 17, 2026 in Newport News, VA, with an entry fee of $20.
- Date
- October 17, 2026 (73 days to go)
- Price
- $20
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Our mission is to improve the lives of all affected by Autism by maximizing the self-sufficiency, independence, and quality of life for all living with Autism.
We are committed to meaningful participation and self-determination in all aspects of life for individuals on the Autism spectrum and their families.
Our vision for the future is that all individuals with Autism receive early identification, appropriate therapies, and supports to achieve their highest potential and quality of life.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
71°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport News Intl Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newport News, VA
Population
184,774
as of 2023
City Elevation
33 ft
Nearest Airport
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 23 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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73
Days to train
- Race
- 2026 Pirates and Princesses of the Peninsula
- Date
- October 17, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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2026 Pirates and Princesses of the Peninsula
Oct 17, 2026