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Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride

Date
September 11, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk · 1 Mile Fun Walk · Virtual Runner/Walker & more
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From the Organizer

Join us for this inaugural race to help end the stigma and foster hope for suicide prevention & mental health in our communities!

Friday, September 11th at 7:00pm at White Hall Park in Richmond Area (I-75 at Exit 95)

RACE FEATURES

  • Scenic course on paved surfaces through White Hall Park
  • Commemorative race T-shirts (Unisex sized)
  • Awards for Top 3 M/F Overall & Top 3 M/F in various age divisions
  • Convenient race morning packet pickup
  • 5K Run (timed), 1 Mile Hope Stride (untimed) and Virtual Option 
  • Water Lantern Memorial Event at 6pm (see details below)
  • Food, fun, fellowship for a great cause!

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE - Contact either Sandy Adams (sandy@c21thepinnacle.com) or Cyndi Hall (cyndi@positiveimpactky.com) if you or your company would like to help us make a difference.

Sponsorship Levels:

  • Gold Sponsor: $1,000+
  • Silver Sponsor: $500-$999
  • Bronze Sponsor: $250-$500
  • Chalk The Walk Sponsor: $50-$100

WHY WE RACE?

The Chasing Hope 5K and 1-Mile Hope Stride is an event to raise awareness and help end the stigma and foster hope for suicide prevention and mental health in our communities.  This event helps raise critical funds for mental health to empower individuals through education, reducing barriers to care, and fostering a supportive environment.  100% of net proceeds from the event will support the Behavioral Health Department at Baptist Health Richmond.

WATER LANTERN MEMORIAL EVENT

There is that small water lake at White Hall Park.  Interested race participants will receive a water lantern when they arrive.  You can decorate your lanterns or write message to friends or loved ones you have lost, especially to those they have lost to suicide.  We will launch the water lanterns in the water before the race begins at 7:00.

Events

5K Run/Walk7 PMRegister →
1 Mile Fun Walk7:02 PMRegister →
Virtual Runner/Walker12 AMRegister →
Race Volunteer5:15 PMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

82°

Typical Low

59°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Eastern Kentucky Univ, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:16 AMSunset 7:53 PMDaylight 12h 37m

Host City

About Richmond, KY

Population

35,498

as of 2023

Elevation

949 ft

Nearest Airport

LEX

Blue Grass Airport · 26 mi

Major Hub

SDF

Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport · 84 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

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A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride
Date
September 11, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride?
Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride is a running race held in Richmond, Kentucky on September 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride?
Friday, September 11, 2026 in Richmond, Kentucky at White Hall Park, Richmond, KY. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Chasing Hope 5K Run & 1 Mile Hope Stride

Sep 11, 2026

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