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Monday, September 7th, 2026
602 East College Street, Bridgewater VA
5K
59–80°F · some rain risk
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2025
53–70°F
dry
2024
50–71°F
dry
2023
64–90°F
dry
2022
62–79°F
rain
2021
55–81°F
dry
2020
56–81°F
dry
2019
57–82°F
dry
2018
67–84°F
dry
2017
47–68°F
dry
2016
67–89°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
Our annual 5k race on Labor Day (Monday, September 7, 2026) begins and ends at Sandy Bottom Park (602 East College Street). This is home to the Town's miniature golf course and par-3 course. We welcome participants of all ages and fitness levels.
T-Shirt Information
- Guaranteed T-Shirts: T-shirts are guaranteed to those registered by Sunday, August 16, 2026.
- Availability: After that, t-shirts will be available while supplies last.
Prizes
- Overall Winners: Prizes for overall winners will be awarded.
- Age Groups: Prizes for age groups will also be awarded.
Registration Fees
- Pre-Registration: $15 per entry for ages 17 & under and $25 for ages 18 & over until August 16.
- Post Registration: After that date, fees increase to $20 (ages 17 & under) and $30 (ages 18 & over) per entry.
Additional Activities
All participants can play mini-golf and par-3 golf for free that day! Just show your bib number, and you and your family can play miniature golf and/or par-3 golf.
Online Registration
You can register online until the race begins at 8:00 am on Monday, September 7th.
Charity Partnership
We are excited to again partner with the American Cancer Society! Please consider making a donation when you register for the race.
Race URL
For more information and to register, visit Race to the Bottom.
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Bridgewater to train with before race day.
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