Gus 5K

Gus 5K is held in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on November 7, 2026, hosted by Gus, the Fredericksburg Nationals mascot. The one-mile goes off at 9:30 a.m. and the 5K (3.1 miles) at 10 a.m. Runners start near Virginia Credit Union Stadium and finish on the field, with mascot appearances and cheer stops along the way, and a post-race party with snacks, games and a medal ceremony. The event benefits the Fredericksburg Nationals Foundation, which supports youth programs and local education initiatives.

Finishing inside a ballpark is a strong reason to bring the whole family, and the mile half an hour earlier means younger runners get their own race first. Neither distance demands much preparation; if you want to race the 5K, a few weeks of running with one brisk session a week will do it.