5K on the Runway at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport

The second annual 5K on the ROA Runway at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport will take place October 14, 2023. This family-friendly 5K run/walk is open to all ages and abilities. Come have fun on the runway!

Hosted by the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission, the 5K on the ROA Runway will raise funds for Carilion Cancer Center in memory of Julie Jeavons. Julie was the wife of David Jeavons, ROA’s Director of Finance and Administration, who lost her fight with cancer in 2021.

Registration is now open! The registration link will also be shared via ROA's social media channels, on this page, and across other ROA communication channels.