Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Volunteer Registration

Course Marshal High Priority

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (Full)

7:00 am EDT - 2:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

7:30 am EDT - 12:30 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

7:45 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 10 more needed)

8:00 am EDT - 1:45 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

8:00 am EDT - 2:15 pm EDT (At least 5 more needed)

9:15 am EDT - 2:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

9:30 am EDT - 2:45 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

9:30 am EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 5 more needed)

Details

Course Marshals are vitally important for a safe and successful race! They are stationed along the entire length of the course to keep runners safe and on course. They direct runner traffic and cheer runners enthusiastically. Some of these shifts are a tad long and it is highly recommended you wear comfortable shoes, clothes, water/snack, and even a chair depending on location assigned. You cannot leave your assigned station until the sweep vehicle or zone captain releases you. We will have some relief folks that come around on bicycles that will give you a break for a few minutes while you go to the nearest aid station for a snack and/or nature break.

Location

on course
Advance Check-in Monday 11-2 or Wednesday 4-7 (preferred):
Fleet Feet Sports
4347 Franklin Rd
Roanoke
Alternate advance check-in Friday:
Elmwood Park
RACE DAY CHECK-IN IS NOT PERMITTED.

Relay Team Liaison Medium Priority

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April 18, 2026

6:15 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

7:30 am EDT - 1:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

These all-star volunteers will be responsible for accounting for all relay team members. They will make sure all the team members are on the appropriate buses, they will accompany the buses to the different relay transition points, and account for all relay team members that have finished their relay leg. Coordinate with Race Director the week before the race to get a sense of the job and get questions answered. molly@blueridgeracing.net or 540-798-8495

Location

location depends on your time slot. the earliest slot is at the Spur aid station (where the big bike statues are), the second is at River's Edge South, and the third is at VTC on Jefferson Street (between Reserve Ave & Riverside Circle). Park in the Carilion garage.

Bike Relief

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April 18, 2026

9:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (Full)

9:30 am EDT - 1:30 pm EDT (Full)

11:00 am EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

We need several volunteers on bikes to ride the course from course marshal to course marshal offering a rest break so they can go to the nearest aid station to use the restroom and refill water, etc. We will provide a map and a section of course to ride, and you will do a loop several times until the last runners go through.
Advance check-in required.

Location

on course
Advance Check-in Monday or Wednesday (preferred):
Fleet Feet Sports
4347 Franklin Rd
Roanoke
Alternate advance check-in Friday:
Elmwood Park
RACE DAY CHECK-IN IS NOT PERMITTED.

VDOT Certified Flagger High Priority

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You must be 18-88 years old to volunteer for this task.

April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

7:00 am EDT - 12:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

8:00 am EDT - 12:45 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

8:30 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

9:00 am EDT - 2:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

9:30 am EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Certified Flaggers are needed at key intersections where runners cross traffic. Volunteers must hold a current VDOT flagger certification card.

Location

On Course

Course Breakdown

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April 18, 2026

11:00 am EDT - 2:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

2:00 pm EDT - 5:30 pm EDT (Full)

Details

Volunteers will unload trucks coming in from the race course, clean coolers and other race items as needed, organize, inventory, and store race materials in storage facility at 106 Mountain.

Location

Meet at 106 Mountain Ave, SW

Medical Volunteers

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You must be 18-90 years old to volunteer for this task.

April 18, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 3:15 pm EDT (Minimum met, 7 spots remaining)

Details

Medical volunteers will be needed at each aid station and at the finish line. Time of assignment will vary depending on your assigned location. A pre-race briefing will occur at 6:00 am at the finish line/medical tent area. All medical volunteers must be currently certified as an EMT, Paramedic, LPN, RN, PA or MD and must submit credentials prior to race day. If not in contact with Dr. Kasmer, please list your medical license number in the "Note to Race" box during registration. Medical students interested in 'shadowing' please contact Dr. Kasmer at mekasmer@carilionclinic.org Time slots will vary; aid stations volunteers may finish as early as 11:00 am, whereas other later in the day may start at 9:00 am and finish closer to 3 pm. Please let us know your availability.

Location

Elmwood Park and on course at aid stations.

Anti-Vehicle Barrier Attendant

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 11:30 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

11:30 am EDT - 4:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Volunteers will stand near the anti-vehicle Barriers and if an emergency vehicle needs to get through, the volunteer will let them through by disconnecting the chain.

Location

Jefferson Street Corridor

Carilion Children's Family 1-Miler

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 9:00 am EDT (Minimum met, 4 spots remaining)

Details

Help make the 1-mile event happen smoothly. We'll need starting line/corral marshals and course marshals at the turns.

Location

Elmwood Park

Cone Crew

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 9:30 am EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

Details

Volunteers will walk along the first 1.25 miles of the race course behind the runners and move cones from the curb to inside the traffic lane per specific instructions given prior to race day. *The person(s) signing up for this job may also sign up to sweep one of the courses on foot if desired.*

Location

Check-in at Elmwood Park to receive maps and instructions.

Course Sweeper-10 K

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 10:30 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

The Course Sweeper will follow the final runner in the 10K to communicate progress to headquarters. The volunteer must provide their own bicycle and be prepared to ride up and down Mill Mtn. At check-in, pick up a bib & radio.

Location

Check-in at Elmwood Park.

Course Sweeper-Marathon

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 3:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

Details

The volunteer will follow the last marathon runner on bicycle and check-in regularly with headquarters to update on progress. The position requires an experienced bicycle rider. The marathon goes up Roanoke Mtn., Mill Mtn., and Peakwood Dr.

Location

Check-in at Elmwood Park.

Resources Needed

GPS Tracker (provided) - 1

Lead Cyclist

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You must be 19 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 8:30 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

This position is for an accomplished cyclist. You'll lead the Anthem Star-K leader to the finish chute. You may join up with the lead pack at the top of Mill Mountain so that you don't have to "race" the climb up Mill Mountain with the leaders.

Location

Check in with race director prior to start of race at Elmwood Park. Ride to top of Mill Mountain and wait for lead group.

Course Preparation

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April 17, 2026

9:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

1:00 pm EDT - 5:00 pm EDT (Full)

Details

Assist in preparing all supplies, such as cups, hydration mix, trash bags, etc..., to be set-out on the course at each aid station. Need to be detail oriented.

Location

106 Mountain Ave SW

Expo Set up

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April 17, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 6 spots remaining)

Details

You will be helping set up the Expo on Friday, April 19th at the Expo (Elmwood Park). You will be setting up tents, moving boxes, sorting t-shirts, etc....This is a very important job! VOLUNTEERS MUST BE ABLE TO LIFT AND MOVE HEAVY BOXES, ETC...

Location

Elmwood Park

Beer Zone - Friday

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You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 17, 2026

2:00 pm EDT - 5:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

5:30 pm EDT - 9:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 4 spots remaining)

Details

Volunteers will assist with checking IDs, attaching wristbands, selling tickets, and pouring beer.

Location

Elmwood Park

Hospitality Team at Expo

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April 17, 2026

1:45 pm EDT - 4:45 pm EDT (Full)

4:30 pm EDT - 8:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Outgoing folks wanted! Help runners and visitors find their way, help take pictures and guide folks within the expo!
Roaming volunteers will distribute information to racers and visitors to the Roanoke Area. Will need to be somewhat familiar with area, local restaurants, basic directions around Roanoke, etc. A 'cheat sheet' of FAQ will be provided.

Location

Elmwood Park

Bag Check

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April 18, 2026

5:30 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

9:45 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (Full)

12:45 pm EDT - 3:15 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

Return runner's personal items that were stored during the race. Plan on arriving 15 minutes BEFORE your scheduled shift begins in order to receive instructions from prior shift.

Location

Elmwood Park

Event Breakdown

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April 18, 2026

2:30 pm EDT - 6:30 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

These volunteers are responsible for breaking down the finish line and helping to pack up all associated equipment. Must be willing to load/carry equipment, some of which may be heavy.

Location

Elmwood Park

Double Marathon Hospitality Liaison

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April 18, 2026

5:00 am EDT - 8:45 am EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

This person is responsible for making sure the transition staging area for the Double Marathon Runners is ready. There will be a tent set up, location TBD. The person will make sure the runner's 'bags' are in tent, organized and ready for the runners as they finish the first marathon. They will make sure the tent has water, snacks, etc... THIS IS AN EARLY MORNING POSITION!

Location

Elmwood Park

Start Line/Finish Line

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April 18, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 9:00 am EDT (At least 5 more needed)

Details

These volunteers will set up the starting line and corrals, manage starting corrals, transition the Start Line to become the Finish line, then breakdown the starting line. Includes moving metal fencing, cones, signs, etc.

Location

Elmwood Park

Shirt Distribution - Saturday

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April 18, 2026

5:00 am EDT - 8:30 am EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

Details

To distribute race shirts to runners. Volunteers will help set up before runners arrive, will need to move tables and boxes of shirts.

Location

Elmwood Park

Finish Chutes

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April 18, 2026

7:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

11:00 am EDT - 3:15 pm EDT (Full)

Details

Volunteers will assist with the runners mats, giving out race medals, handing out water, making sure water supply adequate, and assisting the course manager.

Location

Elmwood Park

Floater

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April 18, 2026

5:30 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (At least 3 more needed)

10:00 am EDT - 1:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

1:00 pm EDT - 4:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

This position will be assigned on the day of the race to fill-in where volunteers have not shown up. Must be flexible, like excitement and be available to move to specific areas on the course. A KNOWLEDGE OF THE COURSE AREA IS VERY IMPORTANT. Flexibility is key!

Location

Elmwood Park

Food Tent

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April 18, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 10:30 am EDT (At least 2 more needed)

10:30 am EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (Full)

Details

Set-up and distribute food to racers at the end of the course. Enthusiasm and smiles required to great the runners after their tremendous effort. If customer service isn't your forte, please do not select this position.

Location

Elmwood Park

Hospitality Team - Elmwood

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April 18, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 11:00 am EDT (At least 2 more needed)

11:00 am EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (At least 2 more needed)

Details

Outgoing folks wanted! Help runners and visitors find their way, help take pictures and guide folks within the expo!
Roaming volunteers will distribute information to racers and visitors to the Roanoke Area. Will need to be somewhat familiar with area, local restaurants, basic directions around Roanoke, etc. A 'cheat sheet' of FAQ will be provided.

Location

Elmwood Park

Fleet Feet Recovery Zone

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April 18, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

11:45 am EDT - 3:15 pm EDT (At least 3 more needed)

Details

Volunteers assist runners with foam rolling, rolling out sore muscles with massage sticks, and sanitize implements between uses.

Location

Elmwood Park

Green Team

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April 18, 2026

11:00 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

12:00 pm EDT - 4:00 pm EDT (Full)

2:00 pm EDT - 5:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 3 spots remaining)

Details

Assist in sorting, gathering and recycling materials at the finish line to keep Elmwood Park clean and green!

Location

Elmwood Park

Beer Zone - Saturday

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You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 18, 2026

8:30 am EDT - 10:00 am EDT (Full)

10:00 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

2:00 pm EDT - 6:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

6:00 pm EDT - 10:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 5 spots remaining)

Details

Volunteers will assist with checking IDs, attaching wristbands, selling tickets, and pouring beer.

Location

Elmwood Park

Pizza Runner

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April 18, 2026

9:00 am EDT - 2:45 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

You will act as official pizza runner!! You must have your own transportation. Will make pizza runs to the Dominoes Pizza on Williamson/across from Hotel Roanoke every 30 minutes beginning at 10:00 am until 1:30 pm.

Location

Elmwood Park/Williamson Rd.

Awards Tent

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April 18, 2026

9:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

12:00 pm EDT - 3:00 pm EDT (Full)

Location

Elmwood Park

Box Office Attendant

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April 18, 2026

3:00 pm EDT - 6:00 pm EDT (Full)

5:30 pm EDT - 8:30 pm EDT (Full)

This volunteer task is full.

Details

As a Box Office Assistant, you’ll be the friendly face welcoming concertgoers, scanning tickets, and keeping entry lines moving smoothly. Plus, enjoy free entry into the show once the job is done!

Slow-K Mimosa and Beer Area

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You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

April 19, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 12:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

Details

The Slow-K is an untimed, relaxed 5K on the Greenway. There will be mimosa's, coffee, doughnuts, water for the participants. Coffee mugs will be handed out to participants at the end of the race. Volunteers will help with minimal set-up, directing runners on Greenway, handing out refreshments, and minimal clean-up. The event takes place in it's entirety on the Greenway from Vic Thomas Park/Black Dog Salvage..

Location

Black Dog Salvage

Slow K Marshal

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April 19, 2026

8:30 am EDT - 10:30 am EDT (Minimum met, 2 spots remaining)

Details

Help with wayfinding and cheer along runners on the greenway!

Location

Check in at Black Dog Salvage

Slow-K Set Up

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April 19, 2026

6:00 am EDT - 7:30 am EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

Details

Help Set up the Slow K course, mugs, tents, arranging bibs - (flower leis), etc.

Location

Black Dog Salvage

Aid Station-Walnut & Sylvan (Hosted and Sponsored by Fleet Feet Roanoke)

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April 18, 2026

6:30 am EDT - 12:15 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

This is the first aid station as runners from all categories begin their climb up Mill Mountain. They will also pass through this station on their way down. Aid Station volunteers provide food and drinks to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. Volunteers MUST be in place BEFORE 7 AM due to road closures.
Hosted by Fleet Feet Roanoke

Location

Corner of Walnut Ave & Sylvan Rd.
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Near Roanoke, VA
https://goo.gl/maps/kGSXcYtBMMiR8zFA6

Resources Needed

10x10 pop-up tent - 1 - 2

Aid Station-BRP Parkway Spur (Hosted by Runabout Sports)

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April 18, 2026

6:45 am EDT - 11:45 am EDT (Minimum met, 8 spots remaining)

Details

This Aid Station is located at the intersection of JB Fishburn Pkwy and the Blue Ridge Parkway. This Aid Station gets hit by ALL runners and gets 'hit twice' by full marathon runners. It is a VERY, VERY busy Aid Station where volunteers direct runner traffic as well. Volunteers must be in place BEFORE 7:00 am DUE TO WALNUT AVE & FISHBURN PKWY BEING CLOSED TO TRAFFIC!!!

Location

Corner of Fishburn Parkway and Mill Mountain Spur
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Near Roanoke, VA
https://goo.gl/maps/hvvjWEXe7hK8k4WA7

Resources Needed

10x10 tent - 1 - 2

Aid Station-BRP Roanoke Mtn Top

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April 18, 2026

6:45 am EDT - 10:20 am EDT (Minimum met, 3 spots remaining)

Details

Aid Station volunteers provide food and drinks to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. This aid station is located at the top of Roanoke Mountain and requires that all volunteers be in place BEFORE 7:00am DUE TO ROAD TO PARKWAY CLOSING AT 7:00 AM.

Location

Overlook at the top of Roanoke Mountain Loop Road
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Near Roanoke Mountain Rd, Roanoke, VA 24014
https://goo.gl/maps/pqhVbsgWezaBhna5A

Resources Needed

10x10 pop-up tent - 1 - 2

Aid Station - Top of Peakwood (Hosted by the Roanoke Diversity Center)

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April 18, 2026

7:50 am EDT - 1:20 pm EDT (At least 1 more needed)

Details

Station volunteers provide food and drinks to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. This aid station is located at the top of Peakwood on a vacant lot. Volunteers MUST be in place by 7:45 AM DUE TO ROAD CLOSING TO PEAKWOOD.

Location

3549 Peakwood Rd,.
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Near Roanoke, VA
https://goo.gl/maps/T4VaWaby5Jh7Y6GT8

Resources Needed

10x10 pop-up tent - 1 - 2

Aid Station-West Ridge (Hosted by Allison Angell)

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April 18, 2026

7:50 am EDT - 1:30 pm EDT (Minimum met, 6 spots remaining)

Details

This aid station is located at the top of West Ridge near the intersection of West Ridge and Peakwood. Aid Station volunteers provide food and drinks to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. Volunteers MUST be in place at 8:00 AM DUE TO ROAD CLOSURES.
Please park on one of the side streets.

Location

West Ridge Road, at very top in the cul-de-sac.
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Near Roanoke, VA 24014
https://goo.gl/maps/4oiYBfEB6oJhwqxJ8

Resources Needed

10x10 pop-up tent - 1 - 2

Champagne Stop (Sponsored & Hosted by The Connor Group)

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You must be 18-88 years old to volunteer for this task.

April 18, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (At least 4 more needed)

Details

This is reserved for the Conner Group.

Location

West Ridge Aid Station

Resources Needed

10x10 pop-up tent - 1

Texas Tavern Pickle Juice Station (Hosted by 1st Pres)

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April 18, 2026

8:30 am EDT - 11:30 am EDT (Minimum met, 7 spots remaining)

11:00 am EDT - 2:00 pm EDT (Minimum met, 7 spots remaining)

Details

The Pickle Juice station is located on Jefferson St in front of First Evangelical Presbyterian Church in South Roanoke and sponsored by the Texas Tavern. Pickle Juice Station volunteers provide pickle juice shots to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. Volunteers MUST be in place by 8:30 AM.

Location

2125 Jefferson Street
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Near Roanoke, VA
https://goo.gl/maps/DeaPK42t2F1Y55MN8

Aid Station - Piedmont Park (OLN Swim Team)

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April 18, 2026

8:00 am EDT - 12:15 pm EDT (Minimum met, 1 spot remaining)

Details

This aid station is at about mile 15 of the Full Marathon course. You'll see runners twice- once on their way to the turnaround and once on their way back. Aid Station volunteers provide food and drinks to runners, and enthusiastically encourage them on the course. Volunteers MUST be in place by 8:00 AM and navigate to the aid station via SE Roanoke due to road closures.