8th Annual ALS Run for Hope 5K
- Date Sun 17th May 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Norristown, Pennsylvania
- Price $28.09
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual ALS Run for Hope 5K on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the beautiful Norristown Farm Park, located at 2500 Upper Farm Rd, Norristown, PA. This exciting event aims to raise essential funds to support the clinical, research, and educational efforts of the ALS Hope Foundation.
The day kicks off with registration from 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM, followed by welcoming remarks at 7:40 AM. The official run starts at 8:00 AM, with a walk beginning shortly after at 8:05 AM. Runners and walkers will enjoy a scenic course through the park, complete with a performance t-shirt, bottled water, and snacks to keep everyone energized. Race results will be professionally timed, ensuring accurate tracking of your performance, and awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in each age group, as well as the top individual and team fundraisers. Don't miss this chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun and engaging community event!
The day kicks off with registration from 7:00 AM to 7:30 AM, followed by welcoming remarks at 7:40 AM. The official run starts at 8:00 AM, with a walk beginning shortly after at 8:05 AM. Runners and walkers will enjoy a scenic course through the park, complete with a performance t-shirt, bottled water, and snacks to keep everyone energized. Race results will be professionally timed, ensuring accurate tracking of your performance, and awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in each age group, as well as the top individual and team fundraisers. Don't miss this chance to support a worthy cause while enjoying a fun and engaging community event!
Organiser's Description
The ALS Hope Foundation is pleased to present the 8th Annual Run for Hope 5K for ALS! This event will provide much needed funds to support the clinical, research and educational efforts of the ALS Hope Foundation!
CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oEGzOu2Hed5C-j794yl5Ae3WNTCHWHsV/view?usp=drive_link]
TIMELINE:
7:00 AM-7:30 AM Registration Open
7:40 AM Welcoming Remarks
8:00 AM Official Run Start
8:05 AM Official Walk Start
9:15 AM Thank you/Awards/ Closing Remarks (or when the race is done!)
LOCATION:
Norristown Farm Park - 2500 Upper Farm Rd, Norristown, PA 19403 at the pavilions by Parking Lot #3.
Be sure to enter via West Germantown Pike to access parking the easiest!
AMENITIES:
Scenic course through the Norristown Farm Park, performance t-shirt, bottled water and snacks.
RACE RESULTS:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com and on the results page.
AWARDS:
Top Male & Female in each age group
Top Individual Fundraiser
Top Team Fundraiser
CONTACT:
Marinne, ALS Hope Foundation Event Manager
marinne@alshopefoundation.org
or 215-568-2426
ABOUT US:
The ALS Hope Foundation is a regional, independent foundation that has been advocating for people with ALS and their families since 1999. The Foundation supports the MDA/ALS Center of Hope, an ALS clinic at Temple Health, clinical and basic research at the Dr. Robert J Sinnott Research Lab and educational initiatives. Together, we keep Hope on the Horizon!
CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oEGzOu2Hed5C-j794yl5Ae3WNTCHWHsV/view?usp=drive_link]
TIMELINE:
7:00 AM-7:30 AM Registration Open
7:40 AM Welcoming Remarks
8:00 AM Official Run Start
8:05 AM Official Walk Start
9:15 AM Thank you/Awards/ Closing Remarks (or when the race is done!)
LOCATION:
Norristown Farm Park - 2500 Upper Farm Rd, Norristown, PA 19403 at the pavilions by Parking Lot #3.
Be sure to enter via West Germantown Pike to access parking the easiest!
AMENITIES:
Scenic course through the Norristown Farm Park, performance t-shirt, bottled water and snacks.
RACE RESULTS:
Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com and on the results page.
AWARDS:
Top Male & Female in each age group
Top Individual Fundraiser
Top Team Fundraiser
CONTACT:
Marinne, ALS Hope Foundation Event Manager
marinne@alshopefoundation.org
or 215-568-2426
ABOUT US:
The ALS Hope Foundation is a regional, independent foundation that has been advocating for people with ALS and their families since 1999. The Foundation supports the MDA/ALS Center of Hope, an ALS clinic at Temple Health, clinical and basic research at the Dr. Robert J Sinnott Research Lab and educational initiatives. Together, we keep Hope on the Horizon!
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.09
CLOSED -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.09 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 17th May 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$28.09
CLOSED
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