Captains 5k 2027
- Date
- Sunday, April 11, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Newport News, Virginia
- Entry fee
- From $20 · goes up to $40 on Nov 20, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captains Dash - 1 Mile Kids Run | Kids | Apr 11, 20279:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Captains 5k | 5K | Apr 11, 20279:30 AM | $35$40 after Nov 20, 2026 | – |
| Virtual Captains 5kVirtual | 5K | Apr 11, 20279:00 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 5K fee goes up to $40 on Nov 20, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Captains Dash - 1 Mile Kids Run: $20 until Feb 25, then $20 until Apr 11.
- Captains 5k: $35 until Nov 19, then $40 until Feb 25, then $45 until Apr 4, then $50 until Apr 11.
Online registration closes Apr 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Virginia ($35).
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Newport News runs 36:58, about 11:54 a mile, based on 11 races with published results. Women typically finish in 40:08 and men in 32:25.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:38 AM, and the Captains Dash - 1 Mile Kids Run starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 40 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around April 11 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 73°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 15% of days. Cold snaps dip to 43°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 40 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 5K, Kids
- Editions
- 2027 (Apr 11, 2027)
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Quick answers
- When is Captains 5k?
- Sunday, April 11, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $20 before processing fees, and rises to $40 on Nov 20, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Apr 11, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Virginia?
- At $35, entry is about the same as a typical 5K in Virginia ($35).
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 5K, Kids.
- Where does it start?
- 1 Avenue of the Arts, Newport News, VA 23606.
From the organizers
The Alumni Society of Christopher Newport University is excited to bring back the Captains 5K! This scenic run through CNU’s beautiful campus gives participants the chance to experience new additions, familiar landmarks, and the signature landscaping that makes Christopher Newport feel like home. Everyone is welcome to participate – alumni, students, faculty, neighbors, friends, family, and anyone who wants to enjoy a great Spring morning on campus.
To make sure there’s something for everyone, we’re also hosting the Captains Dash – a shorter, fun, family‑friendly race for kids of all ages.