Radford University Tartan 5k, A Twilight Run
- Date Fri 18th September 2026
- Time 6:10PM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price $22.20
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Radford University Tartan 5K, A Twilight Run on Friday, September 18, 2026, in the picturesque city of Roanoke, Virginia! This exciting event celebrates health, happiness, and community, inviting runners, walkers, strollers, and even dogs of all ages to participate. As you dash through the scenic Roanoke Greenway, you can choose to don scrubs in honor of healthcare professionals or wear a kilt to showcase your Highlander pride.
The pre-race festivities kick off at 5:30 PM, creating a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie and support for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. This chip-timed race promises not only a fun challenge but also the chance to earn awards for the top male and female finishers, along with the coveted Highlander Tartan Spirit Award. Participants will also receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt (for the first 150 registrants), a swag bag, and a complimentary cup of tropical ice. Mark your calendars and get ready to embrace the spirit of the Tartan while contributing to a healthier, happier community!
The pre-race festivities kick off at 5:30 PM, creating a lively atmosphere filled with camaraderie and support for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. This chip-timed race promises not only a fun challenge but also the chance to earn awards for the top male and female finishers, along with the coveted Highlander Tartan Spirit Award. Participants will also receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt (for the first 150 registrants), a swag bag, and a complimentary cup of tropical ice. Mark your calendars and get ready to embrace the spirit of the Tartan while contributing to a healthier, happier community!
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
Races
-
5k Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Fri 18th September 2026 (6:10PM EDT)
$22.20
OPENS 14 MAR 26 -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
OPENS 14 MAR 26
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