The Great Train Race

Run the Great Train Race!

The Great Train Race has been a Fredericksburg tradition for over 30 years.! This is one of the largest timed kid’s races on the east coast. Young runners get the rare opportunity to compete in a race just for them.

The race starts near the Fredericksburg Train Station and runs through historic downtown. Runners cross the Crown Trophy Finish Line at the City Docks. Runners and families are invited to the Race Festival located in the commuter lot behind the Train Station for awards, music, vendors, and treats.

The race consists of 3 events for kids under 18:

The 1-mile Express for ages 6 to 17
The 1/2-mile George Dashington for ages 10 and under
The 1/4-mile Caboose Run for ages 5 and under
The Express and George Dashington will be chip timed races. The Caboose Run is a fun run and will not be timed.

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Race Schedule (Subject to change)

1 MILE EXPRESS
7:30am - Heat 1 - Boys 14 & Up
7:40am - Heat 2 - Girls 14 & Up
7:50am - Heat 3 - Boys 12-13
8:00am - Heat 4 - Girls 12-13
8:10am - Heat 5 - Boys 10-11
8:20am - Heat 6 - Girls 10-11
8:30am - Heat 7 - Boys 9
8:40am - Heat 8 - Boys 8
8:50am - Heat 9 - Girls 8-9
9:00am - Heat 10 - Boys 6-7
9:10am - Heat 11 - Girls 6-7
9:20am - Heat 12 - Fun Heat*

GEORGE DASHINGTON 1/2 MILE
9:40am - Heat 13 - Boys 8-10
9:50am - Heat 14 - Girls 8-10
10:00am - Heat 15 - Boys 6-7
10:10am - Heat 16 - Girls 6-7
10:20am - Heat 17 - All 5 & Under
10:30am - Heat 18 - Fun Heat*

CABOOSE RUN 1/4 MILE
10:45am - Heat 19- Boys 4-5
10:50am - Heat 20 - Girls 4-5
10:55am - Heat 21 - Boys 3 & Under
11:00am - Heat 22 - Girls 3 & Under

*Fun Heats are intended for runners who may need a bit more time or have special needs. Contact us for more information at gtr@runfarc.com if your child would like to be included in a Fun Heat. Participants in the Fun Heats are not eligible for awards.

Packet Pickup Information

Location: TBD

Friday, May 1st from 5 to 9pm & Saturday, May 2nd from 10am to 4pm

There is no race day packet pickup!
Coming in from out of town? Contact us at gtr@runfarc.com to discuss options.

Charity Partner

The Great Train Race supports Loisann's Hope House

Mission:
To quickly move children and their families from homelessness to housing.

Vision:
To end the cycle of all homelessness for all children and their families within the Rappahannock Region.

Our program is designed to improve the quality of life for our families by helping them move from homelessness to permanent housing. We offer educational opportunities and support services which include: intensive case management, tutoring, employment or vocational training, placement and referrals, life skills and social skills courses, stress management, as well as financial management, wellness and nutrition. We also provide transportation for those families without an automobile.We utilize the local community resources and make referrals for mental health counseling, domestic violence counseling, parenting classes, substance abuse treatment and medical/dental services Loisann's Hope House is funded through private donations and private, local, state, and federal grants. We are well established within our community with a strong presence and a good reputation for success. Donations, volunteers, and services provided to our organization from the community continue to flow. We are very thankful to have such great support for our program.

Any questions? Contact us today!

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Race Location

Caroline Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22407 US View Location on Map