The Big Run Roanoke
- Date Wed 3rd June 2026
- Time 5:45PM EDT
- Location Roanoke, Virginia
- Price Free - $32.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Mark your calendars for June 3, 2026, as Roanoke, Virginia, gears up for The Big Run, a vibrant celebration of Global Running Day! This annual 5K event, now in its 10th year, invites runners of all ages and abilities to lace up their shoes and join tens of thousands of participants as they cross the finish line together. The Big Run is not just a race; it's a community celebration, proudly serving as the official 5K for the Virginia Commonwealth Games, emphasizing the spirit of amateur athletics and inspiring wellness and competition.
Participants will have the chance to embrace the joy of running while also competing for exciting prizes, including a head-to-toe outfit from Brooks for the top fundraiser! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual jogger, The Big Run promises a day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the pure pleasure of sport. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with your community and inspire the runner in everyone. Join us in Roanoke and make your mark on this unforgettable day!
Participants will have the chance to embrace the joy of running while also competing for exciting prizes, including a head-to-toe outfit from Brooks for the top fundraiser! Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual jogger, The Big Run promises a day filled with energy, camaraderie, and the pure pleasure of sport. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with your community and inspire the runner in everyone. Join us in Roanoke and make your mark on this unforgettable day!
Organiser's Description
On June 3, lets inspire the runner in EVERYONE!
2026 marks the 10th year of The Big Run, our annual 5K event celebrating Global Running Day. In partnership with Virginia Amateur Sports and Brooks Running, we celebrate our local communities by bringing tens of thousands of runners together to cross a finish line and achieve a goal.
The Big Run will be the official 5K for the Virginia Commonwealth Games! With its tagline of "Inspiring wellness & competition" the Games represent the true spirit of amateur athletics. For some, this celebration of sport is a stepping stone for following the dream of representing the United States in the Olympic Games. For others, the Games are a place to compete in a favorite pastime. Regardless of the age or skill of the athlete, the Virginia Commonwealth Games provide the pure pleasure of competing for the love of sport.
CHECK OUT SOME OF THE FUN:
- Become a Fundraiser! The Top Fundraiser will win a head-to-toe outfit (shoes, top, bottom) from Brooks! Start your fundraiser for Smiles4Tab today [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/45147/BecomeFundraiser]!
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2026 marks the 10th year of The Big Run, our annual 5K event celebrating Global Running Day. In partnership with Virginia Amateur Sports and Brooks Running, we celebrate our local communities by bringing tens of thousands of runners together to cross a finish line and achieve a goal.
The Big Run will be the official 5K for the Virginia Commonwealth Games! With its tagline of "Inspiring wellness & competition" the Games represent the true spirit of amateur athletics. For some, this celebration of sport is a stepping stone for following the dream of representing the United States in the Olympic Games. For others, the Games are a place to compete in a favorite pastime. Regardless of the age or skill of the athlete, the Virginia Commonwealth Games provide the pure pleasure of competing for the love of sport.
CHECK OUT SOME OF THE FUN:
- Become a Fundraiser! The Top Fundraiser will win a head-to-toe outfit (shoes, top, bottom) from Brooks! Start your fundraiser for Smiles4Tab today [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/45147/BecomeFundraiser]!
- Middle of the Pack Award!
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