Get ready to channel your inner lumberjack or lumberjill at the Plaid to the Bone 10K — the coziest, crunchiest, most flannel-filled race of the fall! Race day is October 11th when the leaves are turning and the apple cider’s flowing! This lumberjack-themed run will have you trading your usual race tee for your finest plaid shirt. Whether you're rocking suspenders, beanies, or just a solid beard, we want to see your best forest fashion as you race with us through an autumn-filled course. And the best part? After you cross the finish line, you’ll be rewarded with the ultimate fall feast — fresh apple cider, coffee, and delicious donuts, served up with a side of hearty high-fives and your finisher's medal! Sharpen your axes (or your wit), lace up your boots (er, running shoes), and join us for a race that’s Plaid to the Bone! Costumes encouraged, flannel required, and fun guaranteed. The Plaid to the Bone 10K is the 10th race in the 2026 Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix Series hosted by the Fredericksburg Area Running Club.
Awards will be given to the Top Male and Female athletes in the following categories: Top 3 Overall Top 3 in the following age groups: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & up
10K: Short Sleeve Bella + Canvas T-shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10K | $40.00 | Dec 18 | Feb 28 |
| $45.00 | Mar 1 | Aug 30 | |
| $47.00 | Aug 31 | Sep 29 | |
| $50.00 | Sep 30 | Oct 11 |
Packet Pick Up will be available on Saturday, October 11th at River Rock Outfitter's NEW store in Central Park! Time - TBA Packet Pick Up will also be available race morning starting at 6:30am near the Restrooms at Pratt Park. Race Packets will not be mailed. If you are unable to make it to the race, please have a friend or family member pick up your packet for you.
There are two parking options for this event. Pratt Park: Parking at Pratt Park will be available until 6:55am, at which point vehicles will no longer be allowed to enter or leave because of the road closure on River Road that will begin at 7am. Please note that all vehicles parking at Pratt will not be allowed out of the park until approximately 9:30am when the last 10K runner is clear of River Road. Secondary Parking Lot: Parking is also available near the YMCA Water Park off of Butler Road (2
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 105 | 1:01:00 | 36:07 |
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6:30am - Race Day Packet Pick Up Begins 7:20am - All Athletes Report to Starting Line on River Road 7:25am - National Anthem 7:30am - Plaid to the Bone 10K Start! 9am (ish) - Awards Ceremony 9:30am - Course Closes - River Road Reopens to Traffic