The Friends of Fairy Stone State Park will hold their First Annual Fairy Stone 5K on October 3rd, 2026 at 9:00am (rain or shine.) At 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171. A beautiful course through Fairy Stone State Park with rolling hills on a paved road. Fairy costumes are highly encouraged! Bring the family and enjoy the park after the race! First, second, and third place awards will be given out for the top three male and females in the race. In addition to awards presented to the top three male and female participants in ten-year age groups. Separate awards will be given out to the first, second, and third male and female participants in the rucking category. $25 early registration through September 6, 2026 $30 after September 5, 2026 FREE for all students (Pre K - College) Sign up by September 5 to guarantee your T-shirt! Packet pickup and late registrations will be on 10/02/26 5:00pm - 7:00pm in the upper beach parking lot in the park. Late registration and packet up will continue on 10/03/26 from 7:00am to 8:30am in the upper beach parking lot also. The Factory Roast mobile coffee truck will be on site for the duration of race activities. More up to date details are available on our Facebook page, including the course map. For any questions please contact the race director at fairystonefriends@gmail.com.
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When is First Annual Fairy Stone 5K 2026 — Stuart, VA?
First Annual Fairy Stone 5K 2026 — Stuart, VA takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Stuart, Virginia.
Where is First Annual Fairy Stone 5K 2026 — Stuart, VA held?
First Annual Fairy Stone 5K 2026 — Stuart, VA is held at 967 Fairystone Lake Dr. in Stuart, Virginia.
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