Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 120 River Rd, Fredericksburg, VA
- Distance
- Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival
From the Organizer
A Community Ruck for a Cause
Join us for Ruck With Pups, a fun, purpose-driven community ruck that brings together people, dogs, and service-minded hearts for a morning of movement and impact.
Hosted in partnership by Honor Bound FIT and The Guidon Foundation, and supported by Old Dominion Humane Society and the Stafford County Sheriffs Office, this guided ruck/walk invites participants to carry weight (optional), leash up a pup, and hit the trail together in support of two important causes: strengthening our community and supporting animal welfare.
Old Dominion Humane Society will be on site with (adoptable) dogs, giving participants the opportunity to ruck alongside shelter dogs while helping them get exercise and visibility. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring dog food or pet supplies to donate directly to the shelter.
The event will feature:
- A guided, community-paced ruck/walk led by Honor Bound FIT
- Shelter dogs from Old Dominion Humane Society
- Vendors, sponsors, and community partners
- A family- and dog-friendly atmosphere
All monetary donations and sponsorship proceeds from the event benefit The Guidon Foundation, whose mission is to honor God, uphold traditional American values, and strengthen individuals and communities through events, education, and engagement, in order to end veteran and first responder suicide, and inspire young Americans to serve God and country.
Whether you’re rucking with your own dog, pairing up with a shelter pup, or just coming out to support the cause, Ruck With Pups is about showing up, moving together, and making a difference—one step and one paw at a time.
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
79°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
27%
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
- Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 120 River Rd, Fredericksburg, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival?
- Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival is a running race held in Fredericksburg, Virginia on September 19, 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 Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Fredericksburg, Virginia at 120 River Rd, Fredericksburg, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Ruck with Pups - Fall Fur Festival
Sep 19, 2026