Semper Fred 5k
Days Till Event
215
Date of Event
05.17.2025
The Semper Fred 5k is a family-friendly, all ages event in historic Fredericksburg, the day BEFORE the Marine Corps Historic Half.
| event | date & time | type | location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semper Fred 5k | May 17, 2025 7 AM EST | Race | Carl D. Silver Pwky |
| Healthy Lifestyle Expo Opening Ceremony | May 17, 2025 8:30 – 9AM EST | Ceremony | Fredericksburg Convention Center |
| Healthy Lifestyle Expo | May 17, 2025 9AM – 6 PM EST | Tradeshow | Fredericksburg Convention Center |
| Oscar Mike Reception | May 17, 2025 6 PM EST | Reception | TBD |
| Marine Corps Historic Half | May 18, 2025 6 AM EST Start | Race | Carl D. Silver Pwky |
| MCHH Finish Festival | May 18, 2025 6:30 AM – 12 PM EST | Festival | Wegman’s Parking Lot |
At the Healthy Lifestyle Expo Saturday, May 17 9am-6pm at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, runners and supporters can stop by selfie spots, meet celebrity guests and visit vendor booths covering a range of fitness activities, wellness products and active interests. Admission is free!
Connect with a motivated crowd at the Marine Corps Healthy Lifestyle Expo! Sample, sell, promote, and demonstrate to more than 25,000 runners and guests from the national capital region, the majority of all 50 states and all branches of military. Held indoors, the Expo is free to the public and conveniently located near restaurants, shops and Historic Downtown Fredericksburg. Take action to participate in Fredericksburg’s most impactful economic event and register for a booth your choice at the Expo. It is a great spring weekend event with advantageously priced booths in a big time event setting.
For more information about exhibiting at the Healthy Lifestyle Expo, please email maria.addario-alter@usmc-mccs.org.
A triumphant moment when participants reach the Historic Half finish line. Runners are motivated by the cheering masses lining the street on the final approach. Runners reach the massive stars and stripes archway signaling mission complete. Standing just inside the finish area, awaiting Marines present the symbol of accomplishment-a finisher medal. Runners enjoy this moment of mutual respect as the Marines extend congratulations to the runners and the runners expresses gratitude for the Marines service to our country. Runners proceed to the new Finish Festival location near the Wegman’s parking lot featuring sponsor booths, beer garden hosted by Stone Brewing, activities and post-event celebrations!
