Candy Cane Run

Friday, December 22, 2023 Past event
5:30 PM EST
Roanoke, Virginia
Free · 1 race

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join in the festive spirit at the Candy Cane Run on Friday, December 22, 2023, in Roanoke! This exciting event invites participants to see how many laps they can conquer in just one hour on a 400-meter indoor track. Each runner will receive a delightful candy cane for every full lap completed, making this not just a race, but a sweet holiday experience.

The evening kicks off with a kids' fun run for children 12 and under at 5:30 PM, followed by the main hour-long fun run/walk starting at 6:00 PM. With a nominal entry fee of $10 per runner or walker, participants can also compete for fabulous prizes for best costume and the most laps run. Plus, enjoy delicious hot chocolate and concessions throughout the event. Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity to stay active and celebrate the holiday season with friends and family!

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  • Candy Cane Run

    There is no online payment. Payment will be received at the ticket booth prior to the event.

    5:30 PM EST

    Free

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

HOW MANY LAPS CAN YOU RUN IN 1 HOUR?

JOIN THE NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD TEAM FOR THIS FESTIVE EVENT.

EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE A CANDY CANE FOR EACH FULL LAP COMPLETED ON THE 400M TRACK.

THERE WILL BE PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME (GROUP & INDIVIDUAL), AND THE MOST LAPS RUN.

*$10 PER RUNNER/WALKER- YOU WILL PAY AT THE TICKET BOOTH AS YOU ENTER THE STADIUM.*



SCHEDULE: CONCESSIONS:

5:30 - 6:00 Kids (12 and under) 1 mile fun run $1 Hot Chocolate will be available

6:00 - 7:00 1 hour fun run/walk

Rules: No dogs or pets permitted in the facility.

You can opt out of collecting candy canes if you wish!

Lanes 1 and 2 will be designated for faster runners.

****THERE ARE NO PORTA POTS- RESTROOMS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE BUILDING FOR EMERGENCIES*****

*****Please note dogs (pets) are not permitted on campus.****

Questions: reach out to Kristin Hunt at [email protected] with questions

Location

6758 Northside HS Road, Roanoke, 24019, VA, United States

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