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When
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Where
4254 Colonial Ave, Roanoke VA
Distances
5K
Typical weather
55–73°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
47–72°F
dry
2024
62–75°F
rain
2023
56–79°F
dry
2022
43–62°F
dry
2021
60–77°F
rain
2020
43–68°F
dry
2019
65–86°F
dry
2018
65–84°F
dry
2017
48–78°F
dry
2016
59–73°F
dry
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About this race
Event Overview
- What: This annual fundraising event for the North Cross School Parents' Association features a 5K Run, 5K Walk, 0.8 Kids' Fun Run, and lots of fun for the kids. The NCS Ridgeline 5K course is one of our area's most challenging cross-country courses.
Location
- Where: North Cross School Cross Country Ridgeline Trail. The course will begin and end on the red barn field on the North Cross School Campus, 4254 Colonial Ave, Roanoke, VA 24018.
Date and Time
- When: The 9th annual NCS Take the Hill 5K & Kids' Fun Run will be held on Sunday, October 4th, 2025, from 2 pm - 5 pm.
Additional Information
- Website: For more details, visit the official race site at NCS Take the Hill 5K.
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