“This event serves as a tool to strengthen the relationship between the City and the Marine Corps, and we anticipate the inaugural race in 2008 to be the begining of a lon-term event the City is proud to host.”  The 13.1 mile course will be held entirely within Fredericksburg city limits, begining and ending at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.   This is a new half marathon that The Marine Corp has announced to be held in Fredericksburg, VA in May 2008.  This race will welcome a race of 5,000 participants. 

Entertainment such as the American Belles, University of Mary Washington Eagle Pipe Band, Fifes and Drum of Fredericksburg, Rappahannock Colonial Heritage Society, Starfires Dance Team and Cheer Dynasty will all be apart of the Historical Race.

The Marine Corps Marathon Healthy Lifestyle Expo, is presented by Aetna, will be held over two fitness-filled days.  Satureday, May 17, 2008 from 10 am to  8 pm and Sunday, May 18, from 6 am until 1 pm.  This is all located at the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center.  This is a Free event and is open to the public and will feature more than 60 booths and interactive centers for enjoyment by an expected 20,00 runners and guests.

The Semper Fred Fun Run is open to all ages and strollers are welcome.  The race field will be limited to 2,000 participants so hurry and register on line now.  This race is begining at 7:15 am on Sunday, May 18, just minutes after the Marine Corps Historic Half.

Online registration for the 2008 Marine Corps Historic Half  has reopened the registration.  The $60 registration fee includes a race shirt and finisher medal.  Register online now.

If you are not a runner come out and support the runners at this first time event ever here in Fredericksburg, Va on May 18, 200.