Downtown Mile for CASA
Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT
- Type
- Run
Finish signup on the organizer site (check fees and dates there).
Race feel
Run a downtown mile for a vital cause, enjoy an evening race vibe, and earn points in the Grand Prix Series.
- Fun
- Competitive
- Quirky
- For a Cause
Fun
Competitive
Quirky
For a CauseJoin the Downtown Mile for CASA in Fredericksburg, VA, a vibrant evening race supporting Rappahannock Court Appointed Special Advocates. All proceeds directly benefit this local non-profit, helping children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Enjoy a fun post-race atmosphere and participate in the 9th event of the Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix Series. With various waves, including a unique Superhero Run for all ages and families, it's a wonderful way to contribute to a vital cause.
What to expect
Past race snapshot
What the field usually feels like
A plain-English read from past public results. It is helpful context, not a prediction.
Crowd
Small field
33 1 Mile finishers in 2020. A quieter race where the pack may spread out more quickly.
Typical finish
7:08
Think middle-of-the-pack, using gun time when available.
Competitive feel
Lively front
The faster end moves well, but the race still has room for everyday runners. Front-group read: 5:29.
People mix
Balanced mix
About 53% women and 47% men among finishers who listed gender.
Quick read
For the 1 Mile in 2020, this looks like a small field: 33 finishers are represented here. A middle-of-the-pack finish was around 7:08. The quicker front of the field averaged about 5:29. Use it as a feel check, not a promise about race day.
Where runners came from
Aggregated city counts only. Small groups stay hidden in public views.
Fredericksburg, VA
Close-to-home draw
Stafford, VA
Travel draw
Spotsylvania, VA
Travel draw
Award clues
Historic placement clues only. Race-day awards can use different rules.
Overall observed placement
Top 3 (from finish order in our sample)
Show the year-by-year numbers
| Distance | Year | Finishers | Typical | Average | Front 10% | Fastest M / W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Mile | 2020 | 33 | 7:08 | 7:51 | 5:29 | 4:51 / 6:07 |
Last summary update: May 2, 2026
From the organizer
Please join us and support Rappahannock Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) on Saturday, September 19th, 2026. All proceeds will benefit the Rappahannock Area CASA, a local non-profit organization that supports and promotes court-appointed volunteer advocacy so that every child who has experienced abuse or neglect can be safe, have a permanent home, and have the opportunity to thrive. Visit rappahannockcasa.com for more information. This is a fun, downtown evening race with a fun post-race atmosphere.
Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix Series: The Downtown Mile for CASA is the 9th race in the Coldwell Banker Elite Grand Prix Series. All finishers will receive points toward the 12-race series.
Location: Charles Street, Downtown Fredericksburg
Race Waves:
5:00 pm - Wave 1 Females ages 15 and up
5:15 pm - Wave 2 Males ages 15 and up
5:30 pm - Wave 3 Youth ages 6-14
5:45 pm - Superhero Run This wave is open to all ages, families who wish to participate together, parents with strollers, walking participants, etc.
Shirts are guaranteed for participants who register by September 1, 2026.
Packet Pickup: River Rock Outfitters , 1382 Carl D. Silver Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 from 4 pm - 6 pm, September 18, 2026.
Race Day Registration and packet pickup will be held from 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. on Saturday. Register on your smartphone or tablet at the event. Shirts are only guaranteed to those who register by September 1st.
CASA Sponsorship - to become a sponsor of the 2026 Downtown Mile for CASA, please click on the DONATE tab on the race website or email the race director at dtmile4casa@runfarc.com for a paper form and/or to pay electronically.