2026 Rescue Mission of Roanoke Drumstick Dash

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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. 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.

👍 Run Pick of the Month: Baltimore 10 Miler

📍Druid Park Lake - Baltimore, MD - June 6th, 2026

Celebrate the start of summer and the strength of Baltimore’s running community at the Baltimore Ten Miler, a destination race set against the unforgettable backdrop of the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore.

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Why you’ll love the Baltimore Ten Miler:
✅ Under Armour race shirts & zoo-themed medal
✅ Post race watermelon, cold towels and live music
✅ Summer vibes and strong community energy

Runners start and finish in Druid Hill Park, and cross the finish line in a celebratory atmosphere that feels equal parts accomplishment and party. Expect high fives, smiles, and a post-race celebration that captures everything we love about running together.

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