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 and celebration at the Hope Starts Here 5K on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in the heart of Dallas at Klyde Warren Park! This uplifting event invites participants of all ages to run or walk in honor of selfless donor heroes while celebrating the invaluable gift of life. The day kicks off with a Fun Run at 8:00 AM, followed by the 5K race starting shortly after at 8:10 AM.
Participants can enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere filled with post-race activities, including free tacos, snow cones, and face painting for the kids. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring a spirited competition for everyone involved. For those unable to join in person, a virtual registration option allows you to participate anytime, anywhere. Don’t miss this chance to honor your loved ones in the donor memorial area and create lasting memories with family and friends. Mark your calendars for this fantastic event, and let’s make a difference together!
Participants can enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere filled with post-race activities, including free tacos, snow cones, and face painting for the kids. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring a spirited competition for everyone involved. For those unable to join in person, a virtual registration option allows you to participate anytime, anywhere. Don’t miss this chance to honor your loved ones in the donor memorial area and create lasting memories with family and friends. Mark your calendars for this fantastic event, and let’s make a difference together!
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 Starts (You must be in line by 8 AM to participate and follow the signage for 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
_**PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST START BY 8:15 AM**_
REGISTRATION DETAILS
_PLEASE NOTE PRICES INCREASE ON APRIL 11 AND RACE DAY. _
* 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
* Participants will nee to pay for parking. 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
* Enjoy activities fun for the whole family after the race! Grab a FREE taco & 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
WEATHER POLICY
The safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff is very important to us. The event will be held rain or shine; however, in the event of extreme or unsafe weather, delays, course modifications, or cancellation may be necessary. Please check the race website for the most up-to-date information. Thank you for your understanding that refunds cannot be offered.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
* 8:00 AM - Fun Run Starts (You must be in line by 8 AM to participate and follow the signage for 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
_**PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST START BY 8:15 AM**_
REGISTRATION DETAILS
_PLEASE NOTE PRICES INCREASE ON APRIL 11 AND RACE DAY. _
* 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
* Participants will nee to pay for parking. 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
* Enjoy activities fun for the whole family after the race! Grab a FREE taco & 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
WEATHER POLICY
The safety of our participants, volunteers, and staff is very important to us. The event will be held rain or shine; however, in the event of extreme or unsafe weather, delays, course modifications, or cancellation may be necessary. Please check the race website for the most up-to-date information. Thank you for your understanding that refunds cannot be offered.
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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