$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 fitness and fun at the 3rd annual $5 5K in Roanoke, Virginia, taking place on Sunday, October 18, 2026! This family-friendly event encourages everyone to lace up their running shoes and join in on the outdoor festivities during the vibrant Go Fest weekend. With an affordable entry fee of just $5, you can support the local outdoor community while enjoying a scenic 5K run.
This chip-timed race will feature prizes for both overall male and female winners, as well as various age group categories. Over the past two years, 55 participants have completed their first-ever 5K, making this a perfect opportunity for newcomers and seasoned runners alike! Plus, stick around after the race for exciting raffles from Hoka, Runabout, and other local sponsors. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic community event that benefits Roanoke Outside! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, October 16, or Saturday, October 17, at RunAbout Sports Roanoke. Join us for a day filled with health, happiness, and community spirit!
This chip-timed race will feature prizes for both overall male and female winners, as well as various age group categories. Over the past two years, 55 participants have completed their first-ever 5K, making this a perfect opportunity for newcomers and seasoned runners alike! Plus, stick around after the race for exciting raffles from Hoka, Runabout, and other local sponsors. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a fantastic community event that benefits Roanoke Outside! Be sure to pick up your race packet on Friday, October 16, or Saturday, October 17, at RunAbout Sports Roanoke. Join us for a day filled with health, happiness, and community spirit!
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 12-6pm at RunAbout Sports Roanoke (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Sunday Oct 18th starting at 9am @ race start
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 12-6pm at RunAbout Sports Roanoke (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Sunday Oct 18th starting at 9am @ race start
Races
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$5 5K Presented by RunAbout Sports Roanoke
Sun 18th October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$5.00
OPENS 01 JUL
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