The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Downtown Roanoke, Roanoke, VA
- Distance
- 5K Run · 5K Walk · 5k Virtual Run or Walk
From the Organizer
5K (3.1 mile) Run/Family Walk
The Drumstick Dash is a 5k run and family walk that happens every Thanksgiving Morning. The DASH benefits the Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s dining services and provides for the meals that the Rescue Mission serves on an annual basis. We typically serve about 200,000+ meals a year to those in need. These meals go to adults and children alike, providing needed nutrition so that each of our guests can focus on the ultimate success, rising out of poverty. We are honored to welcome some of the best runners in the area (and some from beyond) to our race. The DASH is the most popular race in the area and attracts everyone in the family from the athletic types to the ones who just want to have a good time and take a stroll. When you participate in the DASH, you're not just making a statement, you're supporting a movement.
Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick DASH: Join us on Thanksgiving Morning for the best race in town (seriously, we were voted "Best Charity Race" by the Roanoker Magazine!)
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
55°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
27%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Roanoke Rgnl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Roanoke, VA
Population
98,677
as of 2023
Elevation
968 ft
Nearest Airport
ROA
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
GSO
Piedmont Triad International Airport · 82 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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- Race
- The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash
- Date
- November 26, 2026
- Location
- Downtown Roanoke, Roanoke, VA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash?
- The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash is a running race held in Roanoke, Virginia on November 26, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash?
- Thursday, November 26, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia at Downtown Roanoke, Roanoke, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash
Nov 26, 2026