New Year's Day 10k
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Event overview
The event takes place on January 1, 2026, at Pratt Park in Fredericksburg, VA. It is organized by Bishops Events and includes three distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- 1 mile (kids)
The race benefits Furnish A Home Again. A virtual race option is available. Walkers and strollers are allowed. Points from this event count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, Kids, and Back of the Pack Series and the Winter Series. Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical (Dri-Fit) event shirt, and chip timing.
Course, logistics and awards
The course is on paved surfaces in Pratt Park, described as fairly flat with minimal hills. The 5k is an out-and-back route; the 10k completes the 5k course twice. Water stations: four stations on the 5k at approximately miles 0.75, 1.25, 1.85, and 2.35; eight stations on the 10k at approximately miles 0.75, 1.25, 1.85, 2.35, 3.85, 4.35, 4.95, and 5.45. Gatorade will be available at some stations. Packet pickup is available at the event and race day registration is offered; t-shirt sizes are not guaranteed for race day registrants. Registration fees listed include: 5k $30 (increases to $35 after Dec 15), 10k $45 (increases to $50 after Dec 15), and Kids 1M $20. T-shirts are guaranteed for runners registered before December 12. Awards: top three men and women overall and 1st and 2nd in age groups from 19&Under through 70+. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.