Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Westerville, Ohio
- Price $12.40 - $44.20
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 5th Annual Night of Hope on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Westerville, Delaware, at the picturesque Westerville North High School Cross Country Course and McCann Stadium. This uplifting event features a 5K race, a 1 Mile race, and a Family Fun Run, making it perfect for participants of all ages and fitness levels. The Night of Hope not only promotes mental health awareness but also honors the lives of those we've lost to suicide, fostering a sense of community and support.
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the Top Overall Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers, as well as valuable information from local Mental Health partners present at the event. Every dollar raised will directly benefit the Westerville Education Challenge's initiatives, including vital programs like Hope Squad, RoX, and student scholarships. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic evening filled with camaraderie and purpose!
Participants can look forward to exciting awards for the Top Overall Male, Female, and Non-Binary finishers, as well as valuable information from local Mental Health partners present at the event. Every dollar raised will directly benefit the Westerville Education Challenge's initiatives, including vital programs like Hope Squad, RoX, and student scholarships. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic evening filled with camaraderie and purpose!
Organiser's Description
Our 5th annual Night of Hope will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Westerville North High School Cross Country Course and McCann Stadium. The evening will feature 5K and 1 Mile races on the Westerville North Cross Country Course, and Family Fun Run around the track. The evening will promote mental health awareness and celebrate the lives of those we've lost to suicide. The evening will also feature Mental Health partners who will have information on their services and resources.
This year, our Top Overall Male, Female and Non-Binary finisher will receive an award!
All the money raised at the event will go directly towards supporting Westerville Education Challenge's initiatives in Westerville City Schools including: Hope Squad (at all high schools & middle schools), RoX, WEB (Where Everyone Belongs), Twinkle's Care, student scholarships, and Parent Prep.
For more information about these initiatives visit https://westervilleeducationchallenge.org
This year, our Top Overall Male, Female and Non-Binary finisher will receive an award!
All the money raised at the event will go directly towards supporting Westerville Education Challenge's initiatives in Westerville City Schools including: Hope Squad (at all high schools & middle schools), RoX, WEB (Where Everyone Belongs), Twinkle's Care, student scholarships, and Parent Prep.
For more information about these initiatives visit https://westervilleeducationchallenge.org
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $4.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (6:45PM EDT)
$44.20
CLOSED -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (6:15PM EDT)
$33.60
CLOSED -
Family Fun Run
Incl. $2.40 Fee
Sat 22nd August 2026 (6:00PM EDT)
$12.40
CLOSED
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