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Radford University Tartan 5k, A Twilight Run

Roanoke, Virginia, United States

calendar_today 18 Sep, 2026

directions_run Running

sell $20.00

About the Event

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 a health science campus, this event aims to provide support in celebrating both current and future healthcare professionals.

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 for September 18, 2026!

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, and alumni, as well as for 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, 2026)
-Swag Bag
- Free cup of tropical ice

Races Offered

5k Run

Sep 18, 2026

straighten

Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

18:10

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$20.00

Virtual 5k

Sep 18, 2026

straighten

Distance — 5K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

18:10

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$20.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Roanoke.

thermostat Temperature

15.2° / 26.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

15.3° / 26.3°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 25m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

6.7 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

75.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:02

nightlight Sunset

19:26

About Roanoke

Learn more about the host city, Roanoke.

Roanoke, Virginia, called the "Star City of the South" and "Magic City," is a charming city with beautiful views. A colorfully lit 100-ft star atop Mill Mountain graces the Roanoke Valley. The city sits between Virginia Tech and Smith Mountain Lake in Southwest Virginia. The Roanoke Valley had a population of around 315,000 in 2020.