George Mason 5K and Fun Run
- Date Sat 18th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Fairfax, Virginia
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join the excitement at the George Mason 5K and Fun Run on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the beautiful Fairfax Campus! This vibrant event is part of Family Weekend and aims to unite students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and local community members in a shared commitment to student wellbeing. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to have fun with loved ones, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities.
The George Mason 5K features a race shirt for all registrants and introduces a new Youth Fun Run, making it perfect for families. While participation is free, attendees are encouraged to make a voluntary, tax-deductible contribution to support essential student services, such as mental health resources and housing assistance. Every step you take helps enhance the wellbeing of Mason students, so come out to run, walk, or roll for a great cause! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in the community while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors.
The George Mason 5K features a race shirt for all registrants and introduces a new Youth Fun Run, making it perfect for families. While participation is free, attendees are encouraged to make a voluntary, tax-deductible contribution to support essential student services, such as mental health resources and housing assistance. Every step you take helps enhance the wellbeing of Mason students, so come out to run, walk, or roll for a great cause! Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference in the community while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors.
Organiser's Description
The George Mason 5K and Fun Run returns to the Fairfax Campus on Saturday, October 18 as part of Family Weekend, bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and local community members in a shared commitment to student wellbeing.
This free event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. A race shirt is included with registration, and a new Youth Fun Run has been added to make this years event even more inclusive for families.
While there is no cost to participate, individuals are encouraged to make a voluntary, tax-deductible contribution to one of several campus funds supporting essential student services. These funds help expand access to mental health resources, housing assistance, crisis support, and more.
Run, walk, or roll. Every step supports Mason students.
Featured Student Support Funds
Participants may choose to support one of the following areas when making a donation:
* Disability Services Enhancing accessibility and accommodations for students with disabilities
* Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund Supporting comprehensive mental health and counseling services
* Patriot Pantry and Basic Needs Support Addressing food and housing insecurity among Mason students
* Victims of Violence Fund Providing emergency assistance and resources for students affected by violence
* Student Emergency Assistance Fund Offering short-term financial help in times of crisis
* Student Health Services Fund Improving access to preventative care and medical support
**Please be aware that there are NO refunds for registration fees. This is a non-profit event, and ALL proceeds support our student body's mental health and well-being initiatives.**
This free event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. A race shirt is included with registration, and a new Youth Fun Run has been added to make this years event even more inclusive for families.
While there is no cost to participate, individuals are encouraged to make a voluntary, tax-deductible contribution to one of several campus funds supporting essential student services. These funds help expand access to mental health resources, housing assistance, crisis support, and more.
Run, walk, or roll. Every step supports Mason students.
Featured Student Support Funds
Participants may choose to support one of the following areas when making a donation:
* Disability Services Enhancing accessibility and accommodations for students with disabilities
* Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund Supporting comprehensive mental health and counseling services
* Patriot Pantry and Basic Needs Support Addressing food and housing insecurity among Mason students
* Victims of Violence Fund Providing emergency assistance and resources for students affected by violence
* Student Emergency Assistance Fund Offering short-term financial help in times of crisis
* Student Health Services Fund Improving access to preventative care and medical support
**Please be aware that there are NO refunds for registration fees. This is a non-profit event, and ALL proceeds support our student body's mental health and well-being initiatives.**
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$43.40
OPENS 21 JULThis event will be in person on the George Mason University campus in Fairfax, VA. Gift cards will be presented to the top 3 overall male and female winners. Medals will be given to age group winners. **Day of registration is available until 8:45 a.m. on race day. Unfortunately, we can not accept cash** -
Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS 21 JUL -
Virtual 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
OPENS 14 JULRun or walk your 5k in your community when it works for you! Regretfully t-shirts will not be available for virtual runners. We will have a random drawing, selecting 3 virtual participants to receive gift cards.
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