Newport News One City Marathon
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Race Day
43–55°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
Participants
Intimate field
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Newport News One City Marathon is a point-to-point road race that runs the length of Newport News, Virginia, from Newport News Park to a finish in the downtown Yard District beside the Newport News Shipbuilding yard. The course is USATF certified (VA22003RT) and a Boston qualifier, and the organizers report a 16% qualifying rate in 2026. The marathon starts at 7:00 AM on Sunday with a 7-hour time limit, and water stations sit about every two miles. Timing is by MyLaps chip, and packets must be picked up in advance because there is no race-day pickup. The half marathon, a 5K and a nautical mile fun run share the weekend, and a post-race party follows the finish.
Questions about the Newport News One City Marathon 2027
When is the Newport News One City Marathon 2027?
Sunday, March 7, 2027.
Where is the Newport News One City Marathon?
Newport News, Virginia, United States.
What time does the Newport News One City Marathon start?
The race starts at 7:00 AM, local time.
What is the Newport News One City Marathon time limit?
7 hours (16:00 per mile).
How do I enter the Newport News One City Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Dec 15, 2026: Price increase. Feb 8, 2027: Last day to defer an entry to 2028. Ways in: Online registration through RunSignup.
How much does the Newport News One City Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: $105.
When and where is packet pickup for the Newport News One City Marathon?
Mar 5, 2027: Friday 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Saturday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Holiday Inn Newport News.
What is the Newport News One City Marathon elevation gain?
60 m (197 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Newport News One City Marathon course like?
It passes Newport News Park and Yard District.
What is the weather like at the Newport News One City Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 6–13 °C (43–55 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the Newport News One City Marathon have?
484 participants. Intimate field.
Where are the Newport News One City Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Newport News One City Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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