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.
Event Description
🏃 Reboot with JuJu 5K
Be part of a heartfelt event honoring the life of Jawuan “JuJu” Booker. This event shines a light on mental health and suicide prevention and reminds our community that no one walks alone.
Join us for the Run for JuJu Suicide Prevention Month 2nd Annual 5K in honor of Jawuan “JuJu” Booker a life that continues to inspire purpose, awareness, and change.
This meaningful event brings our community together to support those who may be struggling, uplift those on their healing journey, and honor the lives of loved ones we carry with us every day. Together, we raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention while reminding everyone that they are never alone.💚 Every step matters. Every step we take is a step toward healing, hope, and saving lives.
This is more than a race it’s a movement rooted in remembrance, resilience, and restoration. Whether you choose to run, walk, bike, or participate virtually, your presence helps break the silence surrounding mental health, supports those in crisis, and strengthens a community built on compassion and connection.
Let’s come together to:
• Honor lives
• Raise awareness
• Restore hope
• Rebuild strength
• Reach those who need support most
A MOTHER'S PROMISE
Never in 18 years did I imagine that my son, Jawuan “JuJu” Booker, would die by suicide. If someone had told me that this would become part of my story, I would have never believed it. Since that heartbreaking day, I made a promise;
I WILL NEVER STOP SAYING HIS NAME
I WILL NEVER STOP SHARING HIS STORY. AND
I WILL NEVER STOP WORKING TO CREATE HOPE FOR OTHERS.
Through my grief and my willingness to share my journey, I have learned something I never fully understood before that Suicide has touched far too many families. Behind every statistic is a person, A name, A smile, A dream, and a family whose life has been changed forever.
Run for healing. Run for hope. Run for JuJu.
Proceeds support The Forsythe Foundation – Reboot with JuJu, providing mental health awareness, Suicide Prevention, Community outreach, and support resources for individuals and families in need.
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John Lee Pratt Memorial Park
120 River Rd
Fredericksburg, VA 22405 US
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