Fredericksburg Blue and Gray Half Marathon

Don't miss out on the 26th anniversary of this December tradition.  Race along the banks of the beautiful Rappahannock River and through historic Fredericksburg on your way to completing one of the most memorable half marathons Virginia has to offer. 

The race starts at finishes at Old Mill Park.  The address is 2201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.

The parking lots in Old Mill Park will open at 6am. There is room to park about 200 cars in the park. Please carpool. Do not park on the grass. The exit from the park does not cross the race course.

Once the parking lots are full, you will not be able to drive into the park. Park on the streets to the west of the park. There is a large lot at Charles and Progress, which is less than .3 miles from the park.

For those not parked in the park, there will be a baggage area available to drop off your belongings. We will check clear bags only. Leave no valuables in your bag. We are not guaranteeing the security of your bag. Please give yourself enough time to drop a bag.

This year marks the 26th running of the Fredericksburg Blue and Gray Half Marathon.  Join us on Sunday, December 6th as we run through historic Fredericksburg, VA!  All participants earn the same great swag! 

* A Long-sleeve technical race shirt for all those registering by Nov 20, 2026.  (Please register early - it helps us tremendously!)

* A race finisher's medal

Fredericksburg Area Running Club members automatically receive a $5 discount at checkout.  This race is the 12th and final race in the 2026 FARC Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix Race Series.  

Dogs and strollers are not permitted.  Registration is online only. There is a 3 1/2 hour time limit to complete the Half Marathon. 

Packet Pick Up

Saturday, December 6th from 12-3pm at Fleet Feet Fredericksburg

Race morning starting at 6:30am at Old Mill Park, 2201 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA.

Overall Top 3 Men and Women - Cash $150, $75, $50

Masters - Top Male and Female - Cash $50

Age Groups - 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 - Top 3 Men and Women in each age group;  70 & Over: Top 1 Male and Female

Course Record Bonuses - $100 - for first male finishing faster than 1:10:44 and first female finishing faster than 1:18:24.

Overall and Masters awards are based on Gun Time and age group awards will be based on Chip Time.

We want to be up front about our cancellation and refund policy so you know ahead of time.  We do not offer refunds or deferrals for any reason.  If you are unable to run the in-person Half Marathon, you can request via email (kristen@arsenal-events.com) by November 27, 2026 to have your race packet mailed to you. We do not offer bib transfers.

USATF Certified Course

The course starts and ends at Old Mill Park along the banks of the Rappahannock River.  The race is mostly run on a wide paved path through the residential area of downtown Fredericksburg.  The course is mostly flat except for one rather long, but thoroughly enjoyable uphill section beginning at mile 5 and one downhill section at mile 9.

Porta Potties are available at miles: 2.5, 3.0, 7.5, 10.5, 11.8

Aid stations are located at miles: 2.5, 4,4. 6.4, 8.8, 10.5, 11.8

Cups of water and/or Gatorade will be available at Aid Stations.