Fast & Funky 5k
- Date
- September 19–26, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5K Walk · 5K Virtual
From the Organizer
Join us for a family friendly 5k walk/run with music, contests, and awards! All proceeds will benefit Transitions Family Violence Services and survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and their families. Come dressed in your funkiest 60s-80s attire and get your groove on at the Mariner's Museum certified 5K Race Course! Awards will be available for multiple age categories.
Limited to 200 participants.
Online registration closes on September 24th at 11:59pm. You may register in person, at the event (CASH ONLY).
Race Day Packet Pick Up: 8:00-8:45am
Race Begins: 9:00am
Race Location: Start on E Boundary Rd (Williams Field), across from Warwick High School.
Parking: parking will be available at Warwick High School.
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
80°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
40%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport News Intl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Newport News, VA
Population
184,774
as of 2023
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
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Waiting For?
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103
Days to train
- Race
- Fast & Funky 5k
- Date
- September 19–26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fast & Funky 5k?
- Fast & Funky 5k is a running race held in Newport News, Virginia on September 19, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Fast & Funky 5k?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Newport News, Virginia at E Boundary Rd (Williams Field), Newport News, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fast & Funky 5k?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fast & Funky 5k
Sep 19, 2026