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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Running with the Cows Fun Run | Kids | May 29, 20278:00 AM | $20 | – |
| Chick-fil-A 10k | 10K | May 29, 20278:30 AM | $45$50 after Oct 29, 2026 | – |
| Chick-fil-A 5k | 5K | May 29, 20278:45 AM | $35$40 after Oct 29, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The 10K fee goes up to $50 on Oct 29, 2026.
Online registration closes May 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
At $45, entry is about the same as a typical 10K in Virginia ($45).
A typical finisher at a 10K in Virginia runs 1:11:54, about 11:34 a mile, based on 62 races with published results. Women typically finish in 1:19:48 and men in 1:02:41.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:49 AM, and the Running with the Cows Fun Run starts at 8:00 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.
100 Museum Dr., Newport News, VA 23606
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Aggregated from official results (Flat-Out Events) for Chick-fil-A 10k/5k. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 Chick-fil-A 5k, the fastest tenth finished in 25:39 or better, the top quarter in 30:24, and half the field in 36:58; the last tenth came in after 54:04.
At the 2026 Chick-fil-A 10k, the fastest tenth finished in 46:48 or better, the top quarter in 54:10, and half the field in 1:03:39; the last tenth came in after 1:30:13.
At the 2026 Running with the Cows Fun Run, the fastest tenth finished in 4:41 or better, the top quarter in 5:27, and half the field in 6:51; the last tenth came in after 9:49.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 24:22 | 19:15 |
| 20-29 | 24:33 | 19:51 |
| 30-39 | 26:21 | 18:19 |
| 40-49 | 23:24 | 20:30 |
| 50-59 | 29:42 | 23:56 |
| 60-69 | 33:03 | 24:52 |
| 70+ | 47:08 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 88 percent since 2023.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2023 to 2026, the field went from 641 to 1,023 finishers, and the median time dropped from 37:44 to 36:58.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1,023 (+12%) | 36:58 | under 25:39 | 16:48 |
| 2025 | 915 (+21%) | 37:22 | under 26:11 | 17:06 |
| 2024 | 756 (+18%) | 38:05 | under 24:28 | 17:18 |
| 2023 | 641 | 37:44 | under 26:17 | 17:12 |
From each year's official results for the 5K; virtual options are left out.
Slower than most Virginia 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2026 5K field finished under 30:24, against 28:55 in a typical Virginia 5K, so times here run 5 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Around May 29 the day usually runs from 62°F at dawn to 78°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 24% of days. Cold snaps dip to 56°F and hot years reach 85°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.
What the organizers of Chick-fil-A 10k/5k cover on their registration page, in brief.
Rules and FAQ
WHERE IS THE RACE LOCATED? The event will be held at the Mariners' Museum, in Newport News. WHERE CAN WE PARK? Participants will park in one of two locations, the Ferguson Center Parking Garage or on the Riverside Regional Medical Center…
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Those crazy cows are back for the 20th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K along with the Running of the Cows Fun Run! This race series features the scenic Mariners' Museum, Lions Bridge and lots of family fun in Newport News, VA. Join us for a great run and to Eat More Chicken!
All 3 races offer fast, all-paved courses. The 10k and 5k take you through the Mariners' Museum, Lion's Bridge, Riverside Drive and along the James River. This USATF certified course is smooth, easy to follow and perfect for runners or walkers of all levels!