2026 Goodyear Education 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
- Location
- Danville, VA
- 424 Airport Drive, 24540
- Type
- RUN
Sign up and verify details on the organizer’s official page.
At a glance
Run or walk a 5K with a unique airport runway start, offering stunning views and photo ops with aircraft.
- Scenic
- Quirky
Scenic
QuirkyWho it's for
- Walkers Welcome
Walkers WelcomeGreat for: walkers
Less ideal for: pure PR-chasing on a bare course
Experience the 19th annual Goodyear Education 5K from a unique starting line at the Danville Regional Airport. Begin your race on the terminal ramp alongside airplane hangars, enjoying stunning views of the airport and Averett University aircraft. The course takes you to Stinson Drive before returning for a high-energy finish. Afterward, celebrate with awards, post-race refreshments, and special photo opportunities with the planes. This event is capped at 150 participants, so early registration is encouraged for this distinctive experience.
What to expect
Start your 5K on the terminal ramp, running alongside airplane hangars.Enjoy unique views of the airport and Averett University aircraft.Celebrate your finish with awards, refreshments, and plane photo opportunities.
Standout details
- Unique airport runway start
- Views of aircraft on display
- Limited to 150 participants
- Post-race photos with planes
Perks & features
- Food & Drink
Food & DrinkFrom the public listing — confirm on the official site.
Auto-drafted from the public listing — confirm details on the official event page before signing up.
Distances & registration
2 optionsRegistration for all distances is through the official signup link above.
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 5:00 AM EST · Closes Apr 24, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
- 5K
Sat, Apr 25, 9:00 AM EDT · From $38.10
Opens Feb 24, 2026, 5:48 AM EST · Closes Apr 24, 2026, 7:59 AM EDT
Vibe Check
Easygoing
Easygoing- Rolling area
Based on terrain, weather, and distance data.
The course
- Rolling
- Walkers welcome
From the organizer
The Goodyear Education 5K returns for its 19th year — and this time, we’re taking off from an exciting new location: the Danville Regional Airport!
Participants will kick off the race on the terminal ramp alongside the airplane hangars, enjoying a unique runway-side experience with stunning views of the airport and Averett University aircraft on display. From there, runners and walkers will head out to Stinson Drive before circling back to the airport for a high-energy finish right where they started. After crossing the finish line, stick around for awards, photo opportunities with the planes, and post-race refreshments.
Heads Up! Registration will be capped at 150 participants. Register early to make sure you don't lose your spot at this unique event!
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