Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness

  • Date Thu 30th October 2025
  • Time 1:30PM EDT
  • Location Lexington, Virginia
  • Price Free
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 10km

Event summary

Join the community on Thursday, October 30, 2025, for the inspiring Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness at Jordan's Point Park. This annual event, organized by the Arnold Air Society, aims to raise awareness for suicide prevention and promote mental health. Participants of all fitness levels are encouraged to walk, jog, or run in solidarity, honoring those we've lost and supporting those who continue to struggle.

With distance options of 5K and 10K, this event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others in the community while contributing to a vital cause. Check-in begins at 12:45 PM, with a warm atmosphere that reminds everyone that no one runs alone. Registration is free, and donations are welcomed to support suicide awareness initiatives. Don’t miss out on this uplifting event as we come together to run for hope, strength, and life! Parking is available at Jordan's Point Park and nearby locations.

Organiser's Description

Join the Arnold Air Society for our annual Service Project: Running for Suicide Awareness 5K/10K, an event dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and promoting mental health within our community.

This event honors those weve lost, supports those who continue to struggle, and reminds us that no one runs alone. Participants of all fitness levels are welcome to walk, jog, or run in solidarity and support of the cause.

All proceeds and participation efforts go toward promoting suicide awareness, resilience, and connection among our cadets, veterans, and community members.

Come together with us as we run for hope, strength, and life.

EVENT DETAILS:

* Date: Thursday, Oct 30
* Time: Check in begins at 12:45 PM and ends at 1:15 PM.
* Venue: Jordan's Point Park
* Distance Options: 5k, 10k
* Registration: Free, donations welcomed

Parking

* Parking will be available at Jordan's Point Park, on Jordan's Point Rd, and the VMI North Post Parking lots. Additional parking may be available in town.

Races

  • 5k

    Thu 30th October 2025 (1:45PM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    The 5k will begin at Jordan's Point Park and follow a paved sidewalk to the Chessie Creek Trail. There are slight elevation changes, with a total distance of 3.1 miles. There will be a turn-around cone at the halfway point of the 5k. Water stations will be stationed throughout the course.
  • 10k

    Thu 30th October 2025 (1:30PM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    The 10k will begin at Jordan's Point Park and follow a paved sidewalk to the Chessie Creek Trail. There are slight elevation changes, with a total distance of 6.2 miles. There will be a turn-around cone at the halfway point of the 10k. Water stations will be stationed throughout the course.

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854 Stono Ln, Lexington, 24450, VA, United States

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