Yes. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome to participate. We kindly ask that owners bring waste bags and clean up after their pets to ensure a clean and safe experience for all participants.

Yes. Participants have up to 2½ hours to complete the course. This event is about raising awareness, honoring loved ones, and supporting one another. Whether you run, jog, or walk, we encourage everyone to participate at a pace that feels right for them.

Yes. Headphones are permitted; however, for your safety and the safety of others, we encourage participants to keep the volume low or use only one earbud so they can remain aware of their surroundings and follow instructions from race staff and volunteers.

Yes. A friend or family member may pick up your race packet on your behalf. Please ensure they have your name and registration confirmation available if requested by race staff.

📅 Date:
Friday, September 11, 2026

🕐 Time:
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Can't make packet pickup? Race-day packet pickup will also be available before the event. We encourage participants to pick up their packets on Friday whenever possible to help make race morning smoother.

Yes! Race-day registration will be available on the day of the event from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Forsythe Foundation tent located at John Lee Pratt Park.

Please arrive early to allow enough time to register and be ready for the race start.

Free parking is available at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park. We encourage participants to arrive early, as parking spaces at the park are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

If the park parking lot reaches capacity, additional parking is available at the YMCA, located off Butler Road, just a short walk from the park.

Please allow yourself extra time to park and walk to the start area so you can check in and be ready for the race. The park is located at 120 River Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22405.

The race begins and ends at the main event area inside John Lee Pratt Memorial Park.  Look for the large START/FINISH arch and event signage upon arrival.

Yes. A water station will be available approximately halfway through the course, and bottled water will be provided at the finish line for all participants.

Yes. Permanent restroom facilities are available at John Lee Pratt Memorial Park near the start/finish area. There are no restroom facilities located along the course, so we encourage participants to use the restrooms before the race begins.

Yes! All registered participants will receive a finisher medal upon completing the event.

Official event T-shirts are included with registration through August 23, 2026. Registrations received after August 23may purchase a race shirt for an additional $20, while supplies last. Shirt sizes and availability cannot be guaranteed after the registration deadline.

Additional race shirts will also be available for purchase during packet pickup and on race day while supplies last.We encourage participants to register by August 23 to receive a complimentary event shirt and help guarantee their preferred size.

Yes! Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top three (1st, 2nd, and 3rd place) finishers in each age group.

Age Group Categories:

• 19 & Under
• 20–29
• 30–39
• 40–49
• 50–59
• 60–69
• 70 & Over

Awards will be presented throughout the event as results become official. Participants do not need to wait until the end of the race to receive their awards. Once your results have been verified, you may claim your award at the awards area.