Radford University Tartan 5k, A Twilight Run
- Date Fri 19th September 2025
- Time 6:10PM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Tartan 5K, A Twilight Run on Friday, September 19, 2025, in the picturesque city of Roanoke! This vibrant event celebrates health, happiness, and community, all while honoring our dedicated healthcare professionals. Lace up your running shoes and dash through the scenic Roanoke Greenway, where you can wear your favorite scrubs or even a kilt to showcase your Highlander pride.
The pre-race party kicks off at 5:30 PM, setting the stage for a festive evening filled with camaraderie and joy. This chip-timed race welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and even dogs of all ages, making it a perfect outing for families and friends. Participants will receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt (for the first 150 registrants by August 15, 2025), a swag bag, and a complimentary cup of tropical ice to cool down after the race. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience—mark your calendars and get ready to embrace the tartan spirit!
The pre-race party kicks off at 5:30 PM, setting the stage for a festive evening filled with camaraderie and joy. This chip-timed race welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, and even dogs of all ages, making it a perfect outing for families and friends. Participants will receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt (for the first 150 registrants by August 15, 2025), a swag bag, and a complimentary cup of tropical ice to cool down after the race. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience—mark your calendars and get ready to embrace the tartan spirit!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the Tartan 5K, A Twilight Run, a celebration of health, happiness, and community! This race is sponsored by Radford University in Roanoke. As the Health Science Campus, this event aims to provide support in celebrating our healthcare professionals, both current and future.
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the spirit of the Tartan as you dash through the Roanoke Greenway in this unique and lively event. Whether you choose to run in scrubs to honor the healthcare community, or a kilt to show your highlander pride; every step you take will contribute to a healthier, happier you, as well as a stronger community bond.
Mark your calendars, gather you friends and family, and join us for the Tartan 5k, A Twilight Run. Where every step you take supports a healthier, happier you while honoring the incredible individuals who dedicate their lives to caring for others. So lace up, embrace the tartan spirit, and make this race a truly unforgettable experience.
Runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs of all ages are welcome!
Pre-race party starts at 5:30pm!
*This race is chip-timed.
Discounts for Radford University students, faculty, staff, alumni and current healthcare workers can be applied during checkout.
Award Groups:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male and Female, overall
Highlander Tartan Spirit Award
Packet Pick-up:
Wednesday, September 17
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Radford University Carilion (101 Elm Ave, SE, Roanoke, VA 24013)
Thursday, September 18
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Run About Sports (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Participants will receive:
-Finisher Medal
-Race T-Shirt (shirts guaranteed for the first 150 participants to register by August 15, 2025)
-Swag Bag
- Free cup of tropical ice
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the spirit of the Tartan as you dash through the Roanoke Greenway in this unique and lively event. Whether you choose to run in scrubs to honor the healthcare community, or a kilt to show your highlander pride; every step you take will contribute to a healthier, happier you, as well as a stronger community bond.
Mark your calendars, gather you friends and family, and join us for the Tartan 5k, A Twilight Run. Where every step you take supports a healthier, happier you while honoring the incredible individuals who dedicate their lives to caring for others. So lace up, embrace the tartan spirit, and make this race a truly unforgettable experience.
Runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs of all ages are welcome!
Pre-race party starts at 5:30pm!
*This race is chip-timed.
Discounts for Radford University students, faculty, staff, alumni and current healthcare workers can be applied during checkout.
Award Groups:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male and Female, overall
Highlander Tartan Spirit Award
Packet Pick-up:
Wednesday, September 17
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Radford University Carilion (101 Elm Ave, SE, Roanoke, VA 24013)
Thursday, September 18
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Run About Sports (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Participants will receive:
-Finisher Medal
-Race T-Shirt (shirts guaranteed for the first 150 participants to register by August 15, 2025)
-Swag Bag
- Free cup of tropical ice
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