Hope Starts Here 5K
- Date Sat 2nd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Dallas, Texas
- Price $38.10 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of community spirit and celebration at the Hope Starts Here 5K, taking place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the beautiful Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. This uplifting, family-friendly event invites participants to run or walk in honor of selfless donor heroes while celebrating the precious gift of life. The day kicks off at 8:00 AM with a Fun Run, followed closely by the 5K race at 8:10 AM. Be sure to arrive on time to line up and get ready for an exciting morning filled with camaraderie and purpose!
Participants can look forward to a variety of post-race activities, including free tacos, snow cones, and a kiddie corner for face painting. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're joining in person or opting for the virtual experience, this event promises to be a heartwarming occasion filled with hope and connection. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference—mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for the Hope Starts Here 5K!
Participants can look forward to a variety of post-race activities, including free tacos, snow cones, and a kiddie corner for face painting. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, ensuring everyone has a chance to shine. Whether you're joining in person or opting for the virtual experience, this event promises to be a heartwarming occasion filled with hope and connection. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference—mark your calendars and lace up your running shoes for the Hope Starts Here 5K!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US ON SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 FOR STA'S ANNUAL HOPE STARTS HERE 5K AT KLYDE WARREN PARK (2051 N. PEARL ST) RUN OR WALK AT THIS UPLIFTING FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT TO HONOR SELFLESS DONOR HEROES AND CELEBRATE THE GIFT OF LIFE.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:00 AM - Fun Run
* 8:10 AM - 5K (Please be at the race start by 8:05 AM and line up behind the Fun Runners, the 5K will take place immediately after the Fun Run)
* 8:15 AM - Post Race Activities Open
* 8:45 AM - Awards
REGISTRATION DETAILS
_PLEASE NOTE PRICES INCREASE ON APRIL 11_
* 5K Registration includes a race t-shirt & chipped bib for timing
* Fun Run Registration includes a race t-shirt & bib that will NOT be for timing
* Virtual Registration includes a race t-shirt
PARKING & COURSE
* We recommend parking on the north side of Klyde Warren Park due to street closures. See Klyde Warren Parking HERE [https://www.klydewarrenpark.org/parking].
* The course map for the 5k & Fun Run can be found HERE [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ddc199cfa2d147757717e3b/t/67d8af5d1119da5e82cb3977/1742253919344/5k+2025+Courses.pdf].
HONORING YOUR LOVED ONE
*
Honor your loved one in our donor memorial area by bringing a FRAMED PICTURE to place on our wall of hope.
POST RACE FUN
* Grab a FREE tacos & snow cone, get your face painted in our kiddie corner, honor your loved one on our wall of hope, and more!
AWARDS
_We will have in-person awards for the follow categories:_
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall - Male
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall Female
* 1st Place Overall - Youth (12 and under)
VIRTUAL
* Virtual Event participants are welcome to run any day, anytime, at the location of their choice!
* Your registration includes a race t shirt and shipping for your packet. (_PLEASE NOTE: T-SHIRTS WILL ARRIVE AFTER RACE DAY.)_
* You can upload your times starting the day of the event at ORGAN.ORG/5K [https://www.organ.org/hopestartshere5k]. You can also send photos to [email protected].
PARTNER WITH US
*
_2026 SPONSOR PACKET COMING SOON!_
PACKET PICK-UP
* April 30, 2026 from 9 am-6 pm
* Friday, May 1, 2026 from 10 am-4 pm
STA Building
8190 Manderville Lane
Dallas, TX US 75231
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:00 AM - Fun Run
* 8:10 AM - 5K (Please be at the race start by 8:05 AM and line up behind the Fun Runners, the 5K will take place immediately after the Fun Run)
* 8:15 AM - Post Race Activities Open
* 8:45 AM - Awards
REGISTRATION DETAILS
_PLEASE NOTE PRICES INCREASE ON APRIL 11_
* 5K Registration includes a race t-shirt & chipped bib for timing
* Fun Run Registration includes a race t-shirt & bib that will NOT be for timing
* Virtual Registration includes a race t-shirt
PARKING & COURSE
* We recommend parking on the north side of Klyde Warren Park due to street closures. See Klyde Warren Parking HERE [https://www.klydewarrenpark.org/parking].
* The course map for the 5k & Fun Run can be found HERE [https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5ddc199cfa2d147757717e3b/t/67d8af5d1119da5e82cb3977/1742253919344/5k+2025+Courses.pdf].
HONORING YOUR LOVED ONE
*
Honor your loved one in our donor memorial area by bringing a FRAMED PICTURE to place on our wall of hope.
POST RACE FUN
* Grab a FREE tacos & snow cone, get your face painted in our kiddie corner, honor your loved one on our wall of hope, and more!
AWARDS
_We will have in-person awards for the follow categories:_
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall - Male
* 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall Female
* 1st Place Overall - Youth (12 and under)
VIRTUAL
* Virtual Event participants are welcome to run any day, anytime, at the location of their choice!
* Your registration includes a race t shirt and shipping for your packet. (_PLEASE NOTE: T-SHIRTS WILL ARRIVE AFTER RACE DAY.)_
* You can upload your times starting the day of the event at ORGAN.ORG/5K [https://www.organ.org/hopestartshere5k]. You can also send photos to [email protected].
PARTNER WITH US
*
_2026 SPONSOR PACKET COMING SOON!_
PACKET PICK-UP
* April 30, 2026 from 9 am-6 pm
* Friday, May 1, 2026 from 10 am-4 pm
STA Building
8190 Manderville Lane
Dallas, TX US 75231
Races
-
5k (In-Person)
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:10AM CDT)
$43.40
Includes a race t-shirt and chipped BIB. -
Fun Run (In-Person)
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Sat 2nd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$38.10
Our fun run will take place immediately after the 5K. This is open to all ages who want to participate. Includes a race t-shirt. -
5k (Virtual)
Incl. $3.10 Fee
$38.10
Includes a race t-shirt and covers shipping.
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