Gus 5K 2026
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time
- 9:30 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Fredericksburg, Virginia
- Entry fee
- From $25
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile | 1 Mile | Nov 7, 20269:30 AM | $25 | – |
| 5K | 5K | Nov 7, 202610:00 AM | $40 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 1 Mile: $25 until Nov 7.
- 5K: $40 until Nov 7.
Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Virginia, which costs $35 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Fredericksburg runs 36:23, about 11:43 a mile, based on 18 races with published results. Women typically finish in 39:32 and men in 32:09.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:41 AM, and the 1 Mile starts at 9:30 AM. The start sits about 150 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
Typical race-day weather
Around November 7 the day usually runs from 43°F at dawn to 63°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 13% of days. Cold snaps dip to 35°F and hot years reach 76°F.
Based on 70 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22401Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 150 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Nov 7, 2026), 2025 (Nov 15, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Gus 5K?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $25 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Nov 7, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Virginia?
- At $40, entry is about 14 percent above a typical 5K in Virginia, which costs $35 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- Where does it start?
- 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
From the organizers
Step up to the plate and join us for the Gus 5K, a family-friendly fun run inspired by everyone’s favorite mascot, GUS of the Fredericksburg Nationals! Whether you're sprinting like you're stealing home or jogging to enjoy the sights, this race is a celebration of community, baseball, and giving back.
⚾ Course Highlights:
Start at the "First Base Line," near Virginia Credit Union Stadium, where Gus himself will send you off with his signature high-fives.
Wind through the scenic streets of Fredericksburg, passing stations decked out in red, white and blue—just like Gus’s favorite gear.