All races are SOLD OUT. No onsite registration.
Look for us next year, registration opens in June 2025.
Firebolt 5k -Virtual and In-Person Options for 2024
Dealthy Hallows Medal Series continues in 2024. The three part medal will magnet together. 2023 Medals will be available during registration for those just joining the series. In person and virtual options are available for both races. The series will complete in 2025.
In-Person Participants
Join us for the 8th Annual Firebolt 5k and Race of 100 Harrys in scenic Gypsy Hill Park in Staunton, VA. Gypsy Hill Park offers a flat and fast paved 5k experience. (Just a short walk to the QCMM Festival) Race festivities will begin at 8am on Saturday, September 28th, 2024. We will have free train rides on the Gypsy Hill Express, photo ops at our 9 and ¾ platform, free duck and fish food, and plenty of shade and space to hang out.
NEW in 2024: Timed Race Only Option
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes your bib and professionally chip timed race - no finishers medal or t-shirt.
Virtual Participants
Will you still get a cool t-shirt? Yes
Will you still get the 2nd of our brand new 3-medal series? Yes
Will you pick your course, day, and time to run? YesIn September you will receive a package in the mail with your house t-shirt and the cool 2nd medal of our three part dealthy hallows medal series.
Upload your run/walk time. More details to come. (this will help determine house cup points during the festival.)
Race of 100 Harrys
The Race of 100 Harrys is a fast 1k designed to give young wizards a fun race experience and cool medal designed just for them. Race of 100 Harrys' finishers also receive their own t-shirt (children's sizes only), wizard glasses and lightning bolt tattoo. Keep an eye on social media for our 2024 medal reveal.
Schedule of Events (times are approximate and subject to change)
9/27/24
12:30pm -6:30pm: In person packet pickup at Blue Ridge CASA, 119 W, Frederick St, Staunton, VA. 24401
9/28/24
8:00am – Welcome and race rules, Stonewall Brigade Bandstand, Constitution Dr, Staunton, VA 24401
8:05am – Race of 100 Harrys and Firebolt 5k participants gather and move to starting lines. Race of 100 Harrys starts as soon as participants are in place at the starting line. Firebolt 5k Participants line the race loop to cheer on the little wizards.
8:10am – 5k participants move to starting line. 5k race starts as soon as participants are in place at the starting line.
8:55am – Closing and awards for top female and male in each age category and Best Male and Female Overall Finishers. Stonewall Brigade Bandstand, Constitution Dr, Staunton, VA 24401
8:15am – 10am – FREE Rides on the Gypsy Express Mini Train! Be sure to visit the Gypsy Express Mini Train for free rides and a very cool 9 ¾ Platform Photo Op.
8:15am – 10am – Pick up a free bag of Duck/Fish Food and head over to the Gypsy Hill Duck Pond. Enjoy feeding ducks, geese, swans and the beautiful koi fish. (bags are first come, first served)
Timed Race Only
A race only option will be available for late registrants. Registration Ends 9/18/2024. There will be no onsite registration. In-person participants can pick up their race bib on-site the day of the race. No t-shirt or medal will be offered with this option.
In Person Awards
Top Male and Female Finishers in the following age categories: TBD
Race of 100 Harrys
The Gypsy Hill Park loop will not be closed to traffic on the day of the race. Adults are encouraged to complete the race with younger children.
Parking
Parking is available along the Gypsy Hill Park Loop (600 Churchville Ave. Staunton, VA 24401) BEFORE 7:45am. Parking is also available along both sides of Thornrose Ave. (511 Thornrose Ave. Staunton, VA 24401) and near the Thomas D. Howie Memorial Armory, along 116th Regimental Rd. Staunton, VA 24401
Results
Visit https://www.runroanoke.com/ for timed race results.
Weather
The event is rain or shine. If a serious weather threat prevents us from safely executing the event, medals will be available for pick up on race day from 9am-11am at the Blue Ridge CASA office: 119 W. Frederick St. Staunton, VA 24401
If dangerous weather occurs at the event, a siren will sound, and volunteers will direct participants to the closest shelter. Restrooms and Picnic shelters are located along Constitution Drive.
Where is the festival?
The festival is located in downtown Staunton, which is a flat one-mile walk from Gypsy Hill Park. (Churchville Ave to Central Ave to Beverley Street)
Find Blue Ridge CASA at the QCMM Festival
Free Patronus Game at Ollivanders Wand Shop
Expecto Patronum! Now you can discover your Patronus here at Queen City Mischief and Magic! Visit Ollivanders Wand Shop on Do Good Alley for our free Patronus game. Once your Patronus is revealed, you will be given a collectible Patronus card to keep. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!
Ollivander’s Wand Shop
This is where young wizards and witches come in search of the most essential wizarding item: their wand. At Ollivanders you will find all your favorite Harry Potter Character Wands including: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy and all your favorites. These character wands are replicas of the wands seen in the movies and books, designed to resemble the wands that each character used. Open Saturday 10am- 6pm (or sell out) Come early for the best selection. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!
Ollivanders Wand Shop and Patronus Game are staffed by volunteers. All proceeds benefit Blue Ridge CASA for Children, a 501c3 that advocates for abused and neglected children in the Shenandoah Valley.
What else can I expect at the festival?
The city is bustling with magical encounters! Use the SCHED website to plan your entire festival experience. https://qcmm2024.sched.com/
Questions? Concerns?
Contact: Angela Crawford, Race Coordinator
Registration fees
Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees
Race of 100 Harrys Closed
Online registration closed-
A little less than 1km, about half a mile. Registration includes a Race of 100 Harry's T-shirt (children's sizes only), a lightning bolt tattoo, and a cool finisher's medal.
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ClosedJul 1 – Jul 1
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$34.09
Early Bird
Jul 1 – Jul 6 -
ClosedJul 6 – Jul 7
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$39.44
Regular Registration
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$39.44
Limited Quantities Remain
Aug 1 – Sep 27 -
ClosedSep 27 – Sep 25
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Gryffindor House - Firebolt 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
NOTE: The T-shirt deadline has passed. This registration includes a bib and medal ONLY! "You might belong in Gryffindor, Where dwell the brave at heart, Their daring, nerve, and chivalry Set Gryffindors apart" —The Sorting Hat Join Gryffindor House to compete in the Firebolt 5k. Runners will compete individually and their team scores will be tallied to name a victorious House. Will it be Gryffindor?
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ClosedJul 1 – Jul 1
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$39.44
Early Bird
Jul 1 – Jul 6 -
ClosedJul 6 – Jul 7
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$44.79
Regular Registration
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$44.79
Limited Quantities Remain
Aug 1 – Sep 27 -
ClosedSep 27 – Sep 25
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Slytherin House - Firebolt 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
NOTE: The T-shirt deadline has passed. This registration includes a bib and medal ONLY! "Or perhaps in Slytherin, You'll make your real friends, Those cunning folk use any means, To achieve their ends." —The Sorting Hat Join Slytherin House to compete in the Firebolt 5k. Runners will compete individually and their team times will be tallied to name a victorious House. Will it be Slytherin?
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ClosedJul 1 – Jul 1
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$39.44
Early Bird
Jul 1 – Jul 6 -
ClosedJul 6 – Jul 7
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$44.79
Regular Registration
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$44.79
Limited Quantities Remain
Aug 1 – Sep 27 -
ClosedSep 27 – Sep 25
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Hufflepuff House - Firebolt 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
NOTE: The T-shirt deadline has passed. This registration includes a bib and medal ONLY! "You might belong in Hufflepuff, Where they are just and loyal, Those patient Hufflepuffs are true, And unafraid of toil." —The Sorting Hat Join Hufflepuff House to compete in the Firebolt 5k. Runners will compete individually and their team scores will be tallied to name a victorious House. Will it be Hufflepuff?
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ClosedJul 1 – Jul 1
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$39.44
Early Bird
Jul 1 – Jul 6 -
ClosedJul 6 – Jul 7
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$44.79
Regular Registration
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$44.79
Limited Quantities Remain
Aug 1 – Sep 27 -
ClosedSep 27 – Sep 25
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Ravenclaw House - Firebolt 5k Closed
Online registration closed-
NOTE: The T-shirt deadline has passed. This registration includes a bib and medal ONLY! "Or yet in wise old Ravenclaw, If you've a ready mind, Where those of wit and learning, Will always find their kind." —The Sorting Hat Compete with Ravenclaw House in the Firebolt 5k. Runners will compete individually and their times will be tallied to declare a victorious House. Will it be Ravenclaw?
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ClosedJul 1 – Jul 1
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$39.44
Early Bird
Jul 1 – Jul 6 -
ClosedJul 6 – Jul 7
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$44.79
Regular Registration
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$44.79
Limited Quantities Remain
Aug 1 – Sep 27 -
ClosedSep 27 – Sep 25
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Timed Race ONLY : Slytherin House Closed
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes only your race bib and professional chipped timed race -no finisher's medal or t-shirt.
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$23.39Jul 1 - Sep 25
Timed Race ONLY : Gryffindor House Closed
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes only your race bib and professional chipped timed race -no finisher's medal or t-shirt.
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$23.39Jul 1 - Sep 25
Timed Race ONLY: Hufflepuff House Closed
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes only your race bib and professional chipped timed race -no finisher's medal or t-shirt.
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$23.39Jul 1 - Sep 25
Timed Race ONLY: Ravenclaw House Closed
Show up and RUN! Pick up your bib the morning of the event. This option includes only your race bib and professional chipped timed race -no finisher's medal or t-shirt.
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$23.39Jul 1 - Sep 25
Contact information
- Event contact
- Angela Crawford
- angela@blueridgecasa.org
- Phone
- +1 540-213-2272
