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Saturday, December 12th, 2026
1600 Mine Road, Stafford VA
5K · 1 Mile
33–48°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 1 of the last 10 years
2025
28–39°F
dry
2024
32–43°F
dry
2023
26–48°F
dry
2022
36–45°F
dry
2021
38–50°F
dry
2020
46–61°F
dry
2019
27–38°F
dry
2018
26–45°F
dry
2017
27–50°F
dry
2016
37–52°F
rain
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About this race
Join us for our 10th year! Run or walk with us on December 12th on a scenic 5K course along the rolling hills of Mine Road in Stafford, VA. Kids 12 and under can join the fun in the 1 Mile Reindeer Run! Costumes are always encouraged, and we'll be awarding prizes to the best costumes at the awards ceremony. Lace up your shoes for a great cause, Gwyneth's Gift Foundation, and kick off the holiday season with us!
All finishers will receive a long-sleeve race t-shirt and custom finisher's medal! #willrunforbling Be sure to sign up by 11/24/26 to guarantee your race t-shirt.
The Frosty 5K is the 5th and final race in the 2026 Stafford Race Series. If you have completed all 5 races in the Stafford Race Series, be sure to pick up your SRS swag after the race!
There is no paper registration for this race. Registration is online only. Strollers are permitted on the course, but stroller participants must start towards the back. Dogs are not permitted.
We do not allow race transfers or refunds, so if you cannot make it to the race due to illness, travel, etc., please send a friend or family member to pick up your race packet. We do offer the option to purchase race insurance during the registration process, so take advantage of that if you think you may need it!
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