
Run for Nicaragua 5K is a running race on May 15, 2027 in Yorktown, VA, with entry fees from $10 to $30.
From the Organizer
ALL 5K finishers will receive a participant medal!
Race Date: May 15, 2027 (Timing and Results by Flat-Out Events Race Management)
Race events include 5K (competitively timed event), One Mile Fun Run (not a timed event) and Virtual 5K (no awards)
8:00am - One Mile Fun Run
8:30am - 5K
Virtual 5K Option - 5K
(Late Registration and Runner Packet Pick on Race Day from 7:00-7:45am.)
Cost:
Registrations available online and in-person on race day. If you'd like to receive a tshirt, you must register by end of day on 4/11/2027. Race Registrations received after 4/12/2027 are not guaranteed an event shirt or requested shirt size. Event shirts are distributed on a first come, first serve basis after 4/12/2027. Virtual 5K online registration is available up to race day.
5K, Up to 04/11/2027.....................$30
5K 4/12/2025-5/14/2027...............$35
5K 05/15/2027.............................$40
One Mile Fun Run..........................$10
Virtual 5K, Up to Race Day..........$35 ($27 race fee + $8 shipping fee for race swag)
This is our 8th annual "Run for Nicaragua" Race! Since 2019 we've been able to raise over $50,000 to build homes for families in several Barrios in Nicaragua. Our goal in 2027 is to raise $20,000 to build homes in the Carlos Fonseca Barrio in Nicaragua. Each home costs $2,700. Can you believe that? A dry, safe home for a family in need for $2,700. Event funds also help Nicaraguan families with school supplies, furniture and more! To find out more visit: https://ccm.life. Join us and make a difference by simply running for Nicaragua in person or virtually.
Bring non-perishable food items to support the food bank at Thrive Peninsula when you pick up your race packet or register on Race Day. Raffle tickets for a food drive prize will be given for donated food items. The food drive prize will be drawn after the awards ceremony. Common food item needs are cereal, crackers, jelly/jam and canned veggies. To find out more about this organization visit: https://www.thrivepeninsula.org/
This is a Family Fun Event with lots of great raffle prizes, refreshments and games for anyone in attendance. This year, all participants will receive a medal upon completion of the race! Raffle tickets will be sold for raffle prizes.
Rain or shine event! All participants are participating at their own risk
Weather
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
77°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
39%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Newport News Intl Ap, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
55 ft
Nearest Airport
PHF
Newport News Williamsburg International Airport · 4 mi
Major Hub
ORF
Norfolk International Airport · 26 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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