Virginia · 5K
Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk
Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk is a 5K event held in The Plains, Virginia. Its next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Race day
- November 7, 2026
- Location
- The Plains, VA
Race details
- Date
- Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Location
- The Plains, Virginia
- Distances
- 5K
- Registration
- runsignup.com
Registration, course & weather
- Registration status
- Open
- Start time
- 8:00 AM EST
About the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk
This run is in memory of Bob Gurtler, former mayor of the Plains, chemical engineer(rocket scientist) and life long runner. As a member of many running clubs. He mentored many beginning runner, supported the running community, and advocated for the health and well being of all. The race starts at 8am at Grace Episcopal Church in the Plains, Va. and proceeds through town and down to Hopewell road. It continues to the halfway point and returns on the same course back to the church where it finish…
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Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk: common questions
- When is the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk?
- The next confirmed date is Saturday, November 7, 2026.
- Where is the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk held?
- In The Plains, Virginia.
- What distances does the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk offer?
- 5K.
- How do I register for the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at runsignup.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
- Is registration open for the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk?
- Yes — registration is open. $35 (from runsignup.com, checked October 30, 2026).
- What time does the Bob Gurtler Memorial 5K Run/Walk start?
- 8:00 AM EST.
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