Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run
Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run is a running race on May 1, 2027 in Fredericksburg, VA, with an entry fee of $35.
- Date
- May 1, 2027 (283 days to go)
- Price
- $35
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Join the Stafford Education Foundation (SEF) for a morning of movement, community, and advocacy! As part of Mental Health Awareness Month on Saturday, May 1, 2027, we are lacing up our sneakers to prioritize the well-being of our students, educators, and families.
All students participate for FREE.
Whether you’re a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a family looking for a meaningful Saturday morning stroll, this event is for you. Every step taken and every dollar raised goes directly toward funding mental health resources, classroom grants, and wellness initiatives within Stafford County Public Schools.
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
73°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
36%
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
City 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.
Race Location
Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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283
Days to train
- Race
- Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run
- Date
- May 1, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Running
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Coming Up
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
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Mental Health Matters 5K and Fun Run
May 1, 2027