George Mason Thriving Together 5K Run/Walk

  • Date Sat 18th October 2025
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Fairfax, Virginia
  • Price $38.10
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the George Mason Thriving Together 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at the beautiful George Mason University campus in Fairfax, Virginia! This engaging event is all about building community and promoting well-being, welcoming everyone from avid runners to casual walkers. Participants can choose between a 5K and a 1K distance, ensuring there’s a challenge for everyone.

Beyond just a race, this event aims to raise funds for the George Mason students and their Mental Health and Well-Being Fund, with all proceeds directly supporting these vital initiatives. The excitement doesn’t stop thereβ€”gift cards will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in the 5K, and medals will be given to winners in each age group. There are options for both in-person and virtual participation, making it easy for everyone to join in the fun. Don’t miss out on this chance to come together for a great cause and enjoy a day filled with positivity and community spirit!

Organiser's Description

The George Mason University Thriving Together 5K/1K event focuses on fostering community rather than competition, welcoming everyone from enthusiastic runners to casual walkers! In addition to promoting community spirit, we are raising funds to support our outstanding George Mason students and the Mental Health and Well-Being Fund. All proceeds will benefit our students; you can find more details on the donation page.

This in-person event will take place on the George Mason University campus in Fairfax, VA. Gift cards will be awarded to the top three male and female 5k finishers, while medals will be given to the winners in each age group.

**Registration will be available until 8:45 a.m. on the day of the event. Please note that we cannot accept cash.** Both in-person and virtual participation options are available!

Mason students receive a $15 discount. Select the general registration option ($35) to claim this discount. You will be asked to provide information about your student status. The discount will be applied at checkout by indicating that you are a Mason student and entering your NetID.

**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

  • 5K Run/Walk

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 18th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $38.10

    OPENS 14 JUL
    This 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 14 JUL
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    $38.10

    OPENS 14 JUL
    Run 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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Location

4400 University Drive, Merten Hall, Fairfax, 22033, VA, United States

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