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The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K

Date
October 3, 2026
Distance
The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K · VIRTUAL Jaunt for Justice 5KJaunt for Justice 5K · The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K Jaunt for Justice 0.5K Kids' Fun Run
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From the Organizer

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC and Roanoke Valley Paralegal Association (RVPA)are coming together to host the 7th annual Jaunt for Justice 5K to benefit Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley (LASRV).  We invite both runners and walkers to register to participate in our annual 5K at the Roanoke River Greenway at River's Edge Sports Complex - North in Roanoke, Virginia!
 
Register by Friday, September 18th to be guaranteed a race T-shirt!
 
Race Packet Pickup will be Friday, October 2nd, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. at Runabout Sports Roanoke.
 
The in-person race will begin at 8:30 a.m.  Onsite packet pickup/registration will be available 7:30 to 8:15 a.m.
 
We will also have a 0.5K Fun Run for the kiddos, which will begin at 8:10 a.m., prior the start of the 5K race.  
 
The Medal Ceremony for the 5K will begin at 9:20 a.m.
 
We will be raffling some amazing prizes donated by local businesses after the medal ceremony.  Each participant in the in-person 5K will receive one entry into the raffle - additional chances can be purchased on the day of the race at the registration table.  You must be present to win, so be sure to stick around after the medal ceremony!
 
RND Coffee will be on-site with hot coffee and their signature freshly made donuts after the race!
 
The proceeds from The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K will benefit The Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley.  LASRV is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides legal services to individuals who would not otherwise be able to afford it.
 
Publicly and privately funded, LASRV works to protect marginalized individuals from abuse and exploitation. From domestic violence to consumer fraud and landlord-tenant disputes, LASRV is committed to protecting the vulnerable from predators of all types.
 
For more than half a century, LASRV has represented clients in State and Federal courts, provided community training, advised clients, advocated for under-served communities, and provided leadership to local communities on important issues relating to social justice.
 
If you are unable to participate in the run/walk in person, but would still like to participate and support LASRV, we invite you to sign up for the Virtual Jaunt instead.  Participants who register for the Virtual Jaunt for Justice 5K will not be chip-timed and will not be competing for a medal, but will still receive a race packet with event T-shirt and race bib.
 
We hope you will join with us to help LASRV provide free legal services to under-served and marginalized members of our community.

Events

The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K8:30 AMRegister →
VIRTUAL Jaunt for Justice 5KJaunt for Justice 5K8:30 AMRegister →
The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K Jaunt for Justice 0.5K Kids' Fun Run8:10 AMRegister →

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

74°

Typical Low

53°

Chance of Rain

27%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Roanoke Rgnl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:18 AMSunset 7:02 PMDaylight 11h 44m

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

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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K
Date
October 3, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K?
The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K is a running race held in Roanoke, Virginia on October 3, 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 Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K?
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Roanoke, Virginia at River's Edge Sports Complex - North, Roanoke, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

The Spilman Thomas & Battle Jaunt for Justice 5K

Oct 3, 2026

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