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Newport News One City Marathon

Sat February 28 - Sun March 1, 2026
Newport News, VA 23606 US Directions

Traffic Wardens

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

March 1, 2026

Details

Volunteers will be contacted.

Location

Various

Bib Distribution

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

February 27, 2026

February 28, 2026

Details

Volunteers will be provided with assignment by Race Team Management after check-in.

Location

Holiday Inn, 980 Omni Blvd, NN 23606

One City Celebration Setup

March 1, 2026

Details

Volunteers will assist with organizing, unloading supplies, decorating, connecting equipment; assist with logistical needs during the event.

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Inclement Weather Details: All events are rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Technical Details: Information will be provided by Parks, Recreation & Tourism, Special Events Staff.

All volunteers need to contact Emily Nickerson at nickersonea@nnva.gov

Location

Yard District

One City Celebration Breakdown

March 1, 2026

Details

Volunteers will assist with organizing and loading supplies, decorations, disconnecting equipment; and assisting with logistical needs after the event.

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Inclement Weather Details: All events are rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Technical Details: Information will be provided by Parks, Recreation & Tourism, Special Events Staff.

All volunteers need to contact Emily Nickerson at nickersonea@nnva.gov

Location

Various

Start Line/Gear Check - 5K & Nautical Mile

February 28, 2026

Details

This will be a unique position to volunteer for at the event because you will be present for the start of the 5K & Nautical Mile. Volunteers will assist race organizers with various duties at the Start including, but, not limited to race registration, bag check, set-up and break-down, as well as guiding participants to the correct areas.

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly, and minors under 18 years old must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Inclement Weather Details: All events are rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Location

City Center

Finish Line - 5K & Nautical Mile

February 28, 2026

Details

Be there, at the at City Center on Saturday, as runners complete their goal of finishing the 5K and Nautical Mile! You will assist the race management team in the finish chute by handing out food, water, and medals to the finishing runners!

If you are an experienced runner, then you know that a great finish is just as important as a smooth start! Come reward the finishing runners with their medals and help them to recover by providing them with food and water!

Minimum age to participate: You must be old enough to act responsibly, and minors must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Location

City Center

Start Line/Gear Check - Marathon

March 1, 2026

Details

As a volunteer, you will assist the race management team with various duties at the marathon start including, but not limited to, race registration, bag check, set-up, break-down, and guiding participants to the correct areas.

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Inclement Weather Details: All events are rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Technical Details: Training and information will be provided by race management

Location

Newport News Park

Finish Line/Gear Check - Marathon

March 1, 2026

Details

Be there, at the "Yard" on Sunday, as runners complete their goal of finishing the Marathon, Half Marathon! You will assist the race management team in the finish chute by handing out food, water, and medals to the finishing runners!

If you are an experienced runner, then you know that a great finish is just as important as a smooth start! Come reward the finishing runners with their medals and help them to recover by providing them with food and water!

Minimum age to participate: You must be old enough to act responsibly, and minors must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Location

City Hall

Finish Line - Marathon

March 1, 2026

Details

Be there, at the Yard District on Sunday, as runners complete their goal of finishing the Half Marathon and Marathon! You will assist the race management team in the finish chute by handing out food, water, and medals to the finishing runners!

If you are an experienced runner, then you know that a great finish is just as important as a smooth start! Come reward the finishing runners with their medals and help them to recover by providing them with food and water!

Minimum age to participate: You must be old enough to act responsibly, and minors must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Location

Yard District

Start Line/Gear Check - Half Marathon

March 1, 2026

Details

This will be a unique position to volunteer for at the event because you will be present for the start of the Half Marathon, and then see the entire full Marathon field from the same location. Volunteers will assist race organizers with various duties at the Half Marathon Start including, but, not limited to race registration, bag check, set-up and break-down, as well as guiding participants to the correct areas.

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly, and minors under 18 years old must volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Inclement Weather Details: All events are rain, snow, or shine, so please dress appropriately.

Location

Menchville High School

Volunteer Hospitality (Food Distribution)

March 1, 2026

Details

Boxed lunch distribution for course volunteers.

All volunteers need to contact Cindy Hahne at cindy@stcpeninsula.com

Location

Various

Volunteer Hospitality Tent

March 1, 2026

Details

Location where volunteers can go for drinks and snacks.

Location

Yard District

5K Water Station

February 28, 2026

Details

Click the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/c739ae27-c6dd-4636-d412-34d921338e9c/Water_Station_5K_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Blue Crab Road

Water Station 1

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/71537d4c-ee22-1889-9ae3-ad18d5473d0d/Water_Station_1_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Newport News Park

Water Station 2

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/89a4df73-63de-a004-dcd5-3297449d4fd6/Water_Station_2_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Woodside High School

Water Station 3

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/e52f2c45-a943-7506-437d-d8f761ce6eac/Water_Station_3_2022.pdf

VOLUNTEERS MUST BE CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS EMPLOYEES (ONLY)

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Atkinson Blvd

Water Station 4

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/2348135f-8a46-642b-5760-4f2e03330eac/Water_Station_4_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Lucas Creek Road

Water Station 5

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/35c43900-d9b8-2335-b39f-ab0a6fc5e61a/Water_Station_5_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Denbigh Blvd

Water Station 6

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/5fe4b89b-985f-192d-3850-96f1f0a754a4/Water_Station_6_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Lucas Creek Road

Water Station 7

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/312e59ff-d0bc-f69c-6663-05190ccf14c2/Water_Station_7_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Boxley Blvd

Water Station 8

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/62dd9481-6844-8af4-a801-ba1812b2af3f/Water_Station_8_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Warwick Blvd

Water Station 9

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/aa23acc2-1291-59fd-e7ed-9131a852bbc8/Water_Station_9_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

The Mariner's Museum

Water Station 10

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/58602283-214b-0e1e-1459-b808b4a7e0e6/Water_Station_10_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Cedar Lane @ Warwick Blvd

Water Station 11

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/e1f0a89c-3fe8-1737-2bfc-a777d62d3872/Water_Station_11_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Rivermont Drive

Water Station 12

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/329fbc5b-99a6-ec47-02f6-40af4160f4aa/Water_Station_12_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

Huntington Avenue

Water Station 13

March 1, 2026

Details

Click on the hyperlink below for street view and location:

https://mcusercontent.com/2bbb77cd244f59d0f541e821c/files/64ac5842-3ab4-6fa4-fb3e-b59840b7b70a/Water_Station_13_2022.pdf

For runners to remain hydrated and nourished for the long haul, we need water station teams to set-up stations along the course and pass out water and Gatorade to runners as they pass. Keeping the area clean and safe for runners is vital. Water stations can also feed the souls of the runners by cheering, playing music, and dressing up in creative costumes or themes. Contests will be held to identify the most enthusiastic water stations and prizes will be awarded. Have fun with it!

Minimum Age to Participate: Volunteers must be old enough to act responsibly and those under the age of 18 years old must have a parent or guardian on their team.

Inclement Weather Details: ALL events are rain, snow, or shine. Please dress appropriately.

Location

42nd Street

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