Elizabeth “Betty” Walton Memorial 5k Run/Walk is a running race on April 3, 2027 in Harrisonburg, VA, with an entry fee of $15.
Join us on April 3, 2027, for the Betty Walton Memorial Scholarship 5K Run/Walk, starting at James Madison University's Festival Conference and Student Center in Harrisonburg, Virginia.
Hosted by JMU Women in Intelligence and National Security (WINS) Club, Intelligence Analysis Student Ambassadors, and fellow Intelligence Analysis Clubs. This event honors the legacy of Elizabeth "Betty" Walton, an accomplished intelligence analyst whose dedication, integrity, and commitment to national security continue to inspire future generations.
Participants will run or walk alongside JMU students, faculty, alumni, intelligence professionals, and community members to raise funds for the Elizabeth "Betty" Walton Memorial Scholarship, which supports underrepresented students pursuing degrees in the Intelligence Analysis program at James Madison University.
Whether you are a competitive runner, casual walker, intelligence professional, student, or community supporter, your participation will help create opportunities for future intelligence analysts while celebrating a life dedicated to service and excellence.
Event Details
Date: April 3, 2027
Location: James Madison University Festival Conference and Student Center
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
Beneficiary: Elizabeth "Betty" Walton Memorial Scholarship Endowment
Hosted by: JMU Women in Intelligence and National Security (WINS) Club
Come run, walk, and support the next generation of intelligence professionals while honoring Betty Walton's lasting legacy of service to our nation.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
36°
Chance of Rain
42%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dale Enterprise, 4 mi from the venue.
Population
51,492
as of 2023
City Elevation
1,382 ft
Nearest Airport
SHD
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport · 14 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 83 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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Elizabeth “Betty” Walton Memorial 5k Run/Walk
Apr 3, 2027