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Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)

Date
December 19, 2026
Distance
5k · Kids Fun Run
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From the Organizer

Just in time for Christmas, this thrilling two-loop course invites runners and walkers alike to wind through campus and the woods behind Peninsula Catholic High School, all decked out in Christmas lights and full of holiday cheer. Best of all, 100% of registration profits (after costs) will be donated to charity.  

But which charity? A number of teams will be competing for a grand prize: the right to choose which charity will receive 50% of the race registration profits. No matter what, the other 50% of race profits (and donations) will go straight to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. You don't have to be a part of a team to race, walk, or donate. We encourage participants of every skill level to come out and participate, build community, and make a positive impact! 

The race is hosted PCYT, a club with a mission to teach teenagers that community service and acts of kindness can be fun. To see examples of their good work like helping the police clean up a beach, packing lunches to feed the homeless, or donating a car to refugees, check out their YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@peninsulacatholicyoutube

Click here for a course map, as well as an up-to-date list of teams and the charities they'll be championing!  

If you're interested in putting together a team of five to seven runners to compete for a charity, contact mpilola@peninsulacatholic.org

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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

53°

Typical Low

33°

Chance of Rain

31%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport News Intl Ap, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:16 AMSunset 4:52 PMDaylight 9h 37m

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.

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Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)
Date
December 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)?
Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital) is a running race held in Newport News, Virginia on December 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 Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)?
Saturday, December 19, 2026 in Newport News, Virginia at 600 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)

Dec 19, 2026

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