NCS Take the Hill 5K & Kids Fun Run
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 2:00PM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $22.20 - $32.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating NCS Take the Hill 5K & Kids Fun Run on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, in the scenic Roanoke area! This annual fundraising event supports the North Cross School Parents' Association and promises a day filled with excitement and camaraderie. Participants can challenge themselves on the 5K run or walk, tackling one of the area's most demanding cross-country courses along the beautiful Ridgeline Trail. For the little ones, there's a delightful 0.8-mile Kids' Fun Run, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun!
The event will take place on the North Cross School campus, specifically on the Red Barn Field at 4254 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018. From 2 PM to 5 PM, enjoy a vibrant atmosphere packed with family-friendly activities and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make memories while supporting a great cause – lace up your running shoes and get ready to take on the hill!
The event will take place on the North Cross School campus, specifically on the Red Barn Field at 4254 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018. From 2 PM to 5 PM, enjoy a vibrant atmosphere packed with family-friendly activities and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make memories while supporting a great cause – lace up your running shoes and get ready to take on the hill!
Organiser's Description
WHAT: THIS ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR THE NORTH CROSS SCHOOL PARENTS' ASSOCIATION FEATURES A 5K RUN, 5K WALK, 0.8 KIDS' FUN RUN, AND LOTS OF FUN FOR THE KIDS. THE NCS RIDGELINE 5K COURSE IS ONE OF OUR AREA'S MOST CHALLENGING CROSS-COUNTRY COURSES.
WHERE: NORTH CROSS SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY RIDGELINE TRAIL. THE COURSE WILL BEGIN AND END ON THE RED BARN FIELD ON THE NORTH CROSS SCHOOL CAMPUS, 4254 COLONIAL AVE, ROANOKE, VA 24018.
WHEN: THE 9TH ANNUAL NCS TAKE THE HILL 5K & KIDS' FUN RUN WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH, 2025, FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
WHERE: NORTH CROSS SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY RIDGELINE TRAIL. THE COURSE WILL BEGIN AND END ON THE RED BARN FIELD ON THE NORTH CROSS SCHOOL CAMPUS, 4254 COLONIAL AVE, ROANOKE, VA 24018.
WHEN: THE 9TH ANNUAL NCS TAKE THE HILL 5K & KIDS' FUN RUN WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH, 2025, FROM 2 PM - 5 PM
Races
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2026 Ncs Take the Hill Kids Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Shirt & Finisher Medal
Sun 4th October 2026 (2:00PM EDT)
$22.20
The Kids Fun Run is an untimed 0.8-mile event. All finishers will get a participation medal but there is no medal ceremony since it is an untimed event. The first three kids to cross the finish line will be recognized. An NCS Cross-Country Runner will lead the kids, while other NCS Cross-Country Runners will stay at the back to ensure no children are left behind. Parents are also welcome to run or walk with their children during the event. -
2026 Ncs Take the Hill 5k *Run*
Incl. $2.80 Fee & Shirt, Finisher Medal, & Awards
Sun 4th October 2026 (2:30PM EDT)
$32.80
The '5K Run' is a competitive cross-country 5K on one of this area's toughest courses, the NCS Ridgeline Course. It is a chip-timed event timed by Run Roanoke. Medals will be presented to the overall top 3 male and female winners, the first male and female masters (40 & older), and to the top three in each age group for both male and females. Age groups will be as follows: 9 & Under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ -
2026 Ncs Take the Hill 5k *Walkers Only*
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Shirt, Finisher Medal
Sun 4th October 2026 (2:35PM EDT)
$27.50
For walkers who prefer a non-competitive event, the Walkers Only 5K will start at 2:35 .pm., following the same course as the runners. This is a non-timed event.
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