Fallen Heroes 5 Miler
- Date
- July 4, 2026
- Distance
- Fallen Heroes 5 Miler · Ainsley's Angels 5 Miler
From the Organizer
Welcome back runners to the annual Fallen Heroes 5 Miler.
Come out and run the through the amazing streets of downtown Fredericksburg. The starting location will be held at James Monroe High School. The race is sponsored by the Fredericksburg Fallen Heroes, a local non-profit organization that provides support to the veterans and first responders in need of assistance in the local community.
This is the 7th race in the Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix series in conjunction with the Fredericksburg Area Running Club.
The race will begin at James Monroe High School at the track.
Packet pick up: Friday, July 3, 2026 Time: 1-6 p.m.
Location: Lucky Road Run Shop 1865 Carl D. Silver Pkwy 22401
Packets will also be available the day of the race between 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. at the parking lot of James Monroe High School. Please arrive early to retrieve your packet to be ready to start promptly. Race will begin at 7:30 a.m.
- Entry Fees:
February 17th –April 8th: $35.00 - April 9th-June 8th: $40.00
- June 9th- July 2nd: $45.00
- July 3rd- July 4th: $50.00
In order to receive your free shirt, you must register by June 8th
Extra shirts will be available for purchase with a limited supply on the day of the race . Cost: $20.00
Sign Up Early to get your shirt.
Age Groups - 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over Overall winners will be presented awards in both the men and women division; 1st, 2nd and 3rd.
All finishers will receive a medal. Happy 250th Anniversary!
Two prizes will be given for the best Patriotic outfit: Best Male and Best Female. $100.00 to each winner
All fees are non refundable.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
88°
Typical Low
67°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Fredericksburg Sewage, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fredericksburg, VA
Population
28,383
as of 2023
Elevation
221 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 44 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Days to train
- Race
- Fallen Heroes 5 Miler
- Date
- July 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fallen Heroes 5 Miler?
- Fallen Heroes 5 Miler is a running race held in Fredericksburg, Virginia on July 4, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Fallen Heroes 5 Miler?
- Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Fredericksburg, Virginia at 2300 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fallen Heroes 5 Miler?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fallen Heroes 5 Miler
Jul 4, 2026