Knight Run
- Date Sat 31st October 2026
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Buena Vista, Virginia
- Price Free - $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for a spooktacular time at the Annual Knight Run on Saturday, October 31, 2026, in beautiful Buena Vista, Virginia! This exciting event kicks off at 9:30 AM with a thrilling 5k race that promises to energize participants and spectators alike. Before the race, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with welcome remarks and the National Anthem at the starting line.
The fun doesn’t end there! After the race, take part in the Post-Race Awards Ceremony, where top finishers and age group winners will be celebrated. For our younger participants, there’s the Knights and Training Obstacle Course designed for kids aged 3-10, ensuring that everyone can join in the excitement. Plus, from 11 AM to 3 PM, alumni and friends can gather for a lively tailgate featuring food trucks, live music, and yard games. Don’t forget to show off your festive spirit in the costume contest with categories like fastest runner in costume, best group costume, and more! With registration priced at $20 (or $15 for students), the Knight Run is the perfect way to celebrate Homecoming while enjoying a day filled with fun and community spirit. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
The fun doesn’t end there! After the race, take part in the Post-Race Awards Ceremony, where top finishers and age group winners will be celebrated. For our younger participants, there’s the Knights and Training Obstacle Course designed for kids aged 3-10, ensuring that everyone can join in the excitement. Plus, from 11 AM to 3 PM, alumni and friends can gather for a lively tailgate featuring food trucks, live music, and yard games. Don’t forget to show off your festive spirit in the costume contest with categories like fastest runner in costume, best group costume, and more! With registration priced at $20 (or $15 for students), the Knight Run is the perfect way to celebrate Homecoming while enjoying a day filled with fun and community spirit. Join us for an unforgettable experience!
Organiser's Description
Join the Southern Virginia University (SVU) community for the Annual Knight Run during Homecoming weekend.
7:30 AM: Volunteer & Staff Check-in and Briefing
8:00 AM: Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
9:15 AM: 5k Participants to the Starting Line / Welcome Remarks / National Anthem
9:30 AM: Knight Run 5k Starts
10:15 AM: Post-Race Awards Ceremony (Top Finishers, Age Groups, etc.)
11:30 AM: Knights and Training Obstacle Course (for kids 3-10 years)
11-3:00 PM is the Alumni Tailgate at the Fields! We will have food trucks, live music, and yard games to enjoy.
COSTUME CONTEST! Including:
* fastest person wearing a costume
* best group costume
* scariest costume
* most creative costume
* funniest costume
* best school spirit costume
* best dressed
* Best Dressed Kid
Registration: $20
Student Discount: $15
Awards for:
1st, 2nd, 3rd overall
1st, 2nd, 3rd men
1st, 2nd, 3rd women
1st, 2nd, 3rd Junior Knights (under 10)
7:30 AM: Volunteer & Staff Check-in and Briefing
8:00 AM: Race Day Registration & Packet Pickup Opens
9:15 AM: 5k Participants to the Starting Line / Welcome Remarks / National Anthem
9:30 AM: Knight Run 5k Starts
10:15 AM: Post-Race Awards Ceremony (Top Finishers, Age Groups, etc.)
11:30 AM: Knights and Training Obstacle Course (for kids 3-10 years)
11-3:00 PM is the Alumni Tailgate at the Fields! We will have food trucks, live music, and yard games to enjoy.
COSTUME CONTEST! Including:
* fastest person wearing a costume
* best group costume
* scariest costume
* most creative costume
* funniest costume
* best school spirit costume
* best dressed
* Best Dressed Kid
Registration: $20
Student Discount: $15
Awards for:
1st, 2nd, 3rd overall
1st, 2nd, 3rd men
1st, 2nd, 3rd women
1st, 2nd, 3rd Junior Knights (under 10)
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