Explore Park Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K
- Date Sat 20th March 2027
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $27.50 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances Half Marathon, 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the inaugural Explore Park Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K on Saturday, March 20, 2027, in the stunning Roanoke Valley! This exciting new event invites runners and walkers of all levels to experience the breathtaking scenery of Explore Park. With three race distances to choose from, participants can enjoy a leisurely 5K, tackle a more challenging 10K, or take on the ultimate test with a scenic Half Marathon (13.1 miles).
The course will take you alongside the picturesque Roanoke River, through serene stretches of Greenway, and over rolling hills that promise to keep you engaged and motivated. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a casual walker looking to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings, the Explore Park event offers something for everyone. Celebrate movement, adventure, and the beauty of nature right in your own backyard. Don’t miss your chance to make miles and memories at this fantastic running event! Registration opens soon, so mark your calendars!
The course will take you alongside the picturesque Roanoke River, through serene stretches of Greenway, and over rolling hills that promise to keep you engaged and motivated. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a casual walker looking to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings, the Explore Park event offers something for everyone. Celebrate movement, adventure, and the beauty of nature right in your own backyard. Don’t miss your chance to make miles and memories at this fantastic running event! Registration opens soon, so mark your calendars!
Organiser's Description
INTRODUCING THE EXPLORE PARK HALF MARATHON, 10K & 5K!
New Race. New Course. New Adventure.
Get ready to experience Explore Park in a whole new way!
Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism is excited to introduce a brand new running event featuring 5K, 10K and Half Marathon distances through the beautiful scenery of Explore Park! Collaborating with Fleet Feet Roanoke to bring the adventures of Explore Park to the run/walk community in the Roanoke Valley.
With the completion of the Roanoke River Greenway through Explore Park, we're celebrating this exciting addition to our region's outdoor recreation opportunities the best way we know how: by putting some miles on it!
Whether you're a casual walker, a weekend warrior, a seasoned distance runner or looking to squeeze in one last long run before the Blue Ridge Marathon, there's a distance for you.
THE COURSE? A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING.
Picture peaceful miles alongside the Roanoke River, scenic stretches of Greenway, beautiful natural surroundings and rolling hills that'll have you questioning your life choices. In the best possible way, of course!
It's the perfect combination of riverside beauty, runnable flats and challenging climbs that make running in the Roanoke Valley so special.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE:
* 5K: A great opportunity for walkers, beginners and anyone looking to enjoy the scenery while getting some miles in.
* 10K: A little more distance, a little more adventure and plenty of opportunities to embrace the hills.
* Half Marathon (13.1): Ready to go the distance? Take on a scenic challenge that's perfect for runners looking to test their legs ahead of the Blue Ridge Marathon.
Whether you're chasing a finish time, building toward a bigger goal or simply showing up to enjoy the outdoors with your favorite people, this inaugural running event is all about celebrating movement, adventure and the incredible places we get to explore right here in our own backyard.
Three distances. One beautiful park. A whole new way to explore.
Come make some miles and memories with us at the inaugural Explore Park Half Marathon, 10K & 5K!
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!
New Race. New Course. New Adventure.
Get ready to experience Explore Park in a whole new way!
Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism is excited to introduce a brand new running event featuring 5K, 10K and Half Marathon distances through the beautiful scenery of Explore Park! Collaborating with Fleet Feet Roanoke to bring the adventures of Explore Park to the run/walk community in the Roanoke Valley.
With the completion of the Roanoke River Greenway through Explore Park, we're celebrating this exciting addition to our region's outdoor recreation opportunities the best way we know how: by putting some miles on it!
Whether you're a casual walker, a weekend warrior, a seasoned distance runner or looking to squeeze in one last long run before the Blue Ridge Marathon, there's a distance for you.
THE COURSE? A LITTLE BIT OF EVERYTHING.
Picture peaceful miles alongside the Roanoke River, scenic stretches of Greenway, beautiful natural surroundings and rolling hills that'll have you questioning your life choices. In the best possible way, of course!
It's the perfect combination of riverside beauty, runnable flats and challenging climbs that make running in the Roanoke Valley so special.
CHOOSE YOUR DISTANCE:
* 5K: A great opportunity for walkers, beginners and anyone looking to enjoy the scenery while getting some miles in.
* 10K: A little more distance, a little more adventure and plenty of opportunities to embrace the hills.
* Half Marathon (13.1): Ready to go the distance? Take on a scenic challenge that's perfect for runners looking to test their legs ahead of the Blue Ridge Marathon.
Whether you're chasing a finish time, building toward a bigger goal or simply showing up to enjoy the outdoors with your favorite people, this inaugural running event is all about celebrating movement, adventure and the incredible places we get to explore right here in our own backyard.
Three distances. One beautiful park. A whole new way to explore.
Come make some miles and memories with us at the inaugural Explore Park Half Marathon, 10K & 5K!
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!
Races
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Explore Park Half Marathon
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$64.60
OPENS TOMORROW -
Explore Park 10K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
OPENS TOMORROW -
Explore Park 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 20th March 2027 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
OPENS TOMORROW
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Location
56 Roanoke River Parkway Road, Roanoke, 24014, VA, United States
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