Gus 5K
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Gus 5K (Fredericksburg, VA)
The Gus 5K is a community running event held on November 7, 2026, at Virginia Credit Union Stadium and nearby streets in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The event includes a main 5K race plus two one-mile races for different age groups. The course begins near the First Base Line at the stadium, runs through streets of Fredericksburg, and finishes on the field at the stadium.
Distances:
- 5K
- 1 Mile (Kids 12 and under)
- 1 Mile (13 and up)
Race-day features described by the organizer include mascot appearances and photo opportunities, a pre-race warmup with mascots, volunteer stations with water and encouragement, and a post-race area with ballpark snacks, games, and a medal ceremony. Volunteers are noted to wear FredNats jerseys at team spirit stops along the route.
Registration information is provided for each event. Registration opens January 24, 2026. The 5K registration closes April 14, 2026 with a fee of $35. The kids 1 mile and the 1 mile for older participants have later registration closing dates and fees of $25 and $30 respectively.
Proceeds benefit the Fredericksburg Nationals Foundation, supporting local youth programs, education initiatives, and community outreach. The venue address is 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, United States. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
