From the Organizer
Hog Jog 2026 brings the community together for a fun, family-friendly race day in the heart of Smithfield. Choose your perfect way to move, race the in-person 5K along the gorgeous trails of Windsor Castle Park, watch your young runners shine in the Piglet Kids Run, or crush miles anywhere you like with our new Virtual 5K option. Race Medal and T-shirt are included.
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
73°
Typical Low
54°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport News Intl Ap, 13 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Smithfield, VA
City Elevation
67 ft
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 16 mi
Major Hub
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hog Jog, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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 the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Hog Jog?
- Hog Jog is a running race held in Smithfield, Virginia on October 10, 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 Hog Jog?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026 in Smithfield, Virginia at 301 Jericho Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Hog Jog?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Hog Jog
Oct 10, 2026