$5 5K presented by RunAbout Sports Roanoke
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $5.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 3rd annual $5 5K in Roanoke, Virginia, on Sunday, October 18, 2026! This family-friendly event is the perfect way to support the local outdoor community during the vibrant Go Fest weekend. With a race distance of 5 kilometers, participants can enjoy a chip-timed run while competing for age group and overall male and female prizes. Over the past two years, this event has welcomed 55 first-time 5K finishers, making it a fantastic opportunity for newcomers and seasoned runners alike.
Thanks to the generosity of local sponsors, all proceeds from the race will benefit Roanoke Outside, helping to promote outdoor activities in the area. After crossing the finish line, stick around for exciting raffles featuring prizes from Hoka, RunAbout, and more! Make sure to pick up your race packet early to avoid the rush, with options available on Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17, at RunAbout Sports Roanoke. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and unforgettable memories!
Thanks to the generosity of local sponsors, all proceeds from the race will benefit Roanoke Outside, helping to promote outdoor activities in the area. After crossing the finish line, stick around for exciting raffles featuring prizes from Hoka, RunAbout, and more! Make sure to pick up your race packet early to avoid the rush, with options available on Friday, October 16, and Saturday, October 17, at RunAbout Sports Roanoke. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, healthy competition, and unforgettable memories!
Organiser's Description
Want to support our local outdoor community and get the whole family outside the weekend of Go Fest? Let's do it! Join us for the 3rd annual $5 5K and get the whole family involved without breaking the bank. Over the last two years we have had 55, 1st time 5k finishers! Thanks to our presenting sponsor, Marsh McLennan Agency, all proceeds benefit Roanoke Outside!
This event will be chip timed, and we will have age group and overall M/F prizes.
Stick around after the race for raffles from Hoka, Runabout, and more! All finishers will be entered to win!
Find the race route here [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1661627]
PACKET PICKUP -> Friday October 16th from 2-6pm and Saturday October 17th from 12-5pm at RunAbout Sports Roanoke (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Sunday Oct 18th starting at 9am @ race start. This always gets busy so please consider picking up ahead of time!
This event will be chip timed, and we will have age group and overall M/F prizes.
Stick around after the race for raffles from Hoka, Runabout, and more! All finishers will be entered to win!
Find the race route here [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1661627]
PACKET PICKUP -> Friday October 16th from 2-6pm and Saturday October 17th from 12-5pm at RunAbout Sports Roanoke (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Sunday Oct 18th starting at 9am @ race start. This always gets busy so please consider picking up ahead of time!
Races
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$5 5K Presented by RunAbout Sports Roanoke
Sun 18th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$5.00
CLOSED
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