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Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures

Date
September 26, 2026
Distance
Hope Hustle 5K · Kids Dash (9 & Under no t-shirt or medal)
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From the Organizer

The Hope Hustle 5K is a vibrant, family-friendly event featuring a run/walk, music, food trucks, kids activities, and a celebration of hope as we come together to move toward brighter futures.

Whether you run or walk, this event is all about community, purpose, and positivity.

Participants will enjoy a 5K run/walk, vendors, and an exciting finish line celebration. Families are welcome, and kids can join the FREE Kid’s Dream Dash Perfect for little ones not ready for a full 5K, this 100–200 meter sprint gives kids a chance to experience race day in a fun, low-pressure way.

Kids participating the Dream Dash will NOT receive a t-shirt or medal.

All 5K finishers will receive a custom Hope Hustle race shirt and finisher medal. Families can also enjoy the Dream Big photo experience, where kids can celebrate their future aspirations.

Proceeds support the mission of Hope to the Nations, helping reduce poverty through education, exposure, and community resources.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us as we run toward a brighter future—together.

Let’s Hustle for Hope!

 

🎤DJ on Deck

Vendors on Deck

📸FREE Photos

Pre-Packet Pickup- TBD

 

Day: TBD

Time: 3pm-6pm

Race Day Packet Pickup:

6:15am-7:15am

EPIC CENTRAL (behind The Finch & Vidorra)

2959 S State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Participant Guide: Will go out a week before race with all race details.

 

VOLUNTEER WITH US

-Packet pickup:

-Aid station (Super High Priority): Provide water to participants as they pass by. Keep course clean for runners by picking up discarded cups, bottles and trash and placing it in the provided trash cans.

-Course Monitor ( Super High Priority): Help maintain a safe course by redirecting traffic away from participants and guiding participants in the right direction.

Feel free to bring pom poms, signs, music, cowbells, or anything fun to help cheer on and encourage runners along the course! Bonus points for creativity and positive energy 🎉💛

 

AWARDS

1st, Place Male and Female.

1st 2nd and 3 Division Awards. 

10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

 

Why Partner with the Hope Hustle 5K?

Maximize Exposure: Connect with a vibrant and engaged community of families, runners, walkers, and local supporters at the beautiful Epic Central venue in Grand Prairie.

Boost Brand Recognition: Align your business with a positive, high-energy event focused on community, healthier futures, and bringing people together.

Strategic Marketing Opportunities: Choose from sponsorship opportunities designed to fit a variety of budgets and business goals while increasing visibility for your brand.

Engage Directly with the Community: Connect face-to-face with attendees through vendor booths, interactive experiences, giveaways, and promotional opportunities.

Make a Meaningful Impact: A portion of the proceeds will support organizations that provide resources for individuals and families in need, help reduce drug abuse, and promote healthier futures within our communities.

Whether you’re interested in becoming a sponsor or showcasing your business as a vendor, the Hope Hustle 5K offers a fun and engaging opportunity to connect with an active and growing audience.

Join us as we run toward brighter futures together! 🏃‍♀️💛

For sponsorship or vendor opportunities, please contact Paula Johnson at info@hopetothenations.org

Vendor Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc94JFtFLgpSTC-w6jLpd48-jPMC9z16j_7gfUU5egMbDqwVQ/viewform?pli=1

 

REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancelation Policy All Lace Up Running events proceed rain or shine or snow or cold.  For that reason, we have a strict no refund policy.

In the event of extreme weather, the start time of this event may be delayed by up to an half hour. Past this time, the even course may be shortened or altered to protect the participants.

If conditions turns into lightening, ice or become unsafe, the event may be cancelled. Event changes and cancellations are at the discretion of the Race Director. 

We always strive to produce a full and safe sporting event, but sometimes the weather conditions can affect those plans. 

A lot of hours, days and even months goes into planning a sporting event and we do so with the best intentions. Unfortunately, no one can control the weather and race directors are not the exceptions.

Our goal is to always produce a full event as scheduled and only modify these plans due to safety concerns some of which can be caused by weather conditions. 

Thank you for your understanding of these policies and we appreciate your participation.

If you are unable to participate in the event, or the event is canceled, you can still receive your packet, shirt, and medal and you simply run the race on your own time on your own course. See our virtual race information for complete details.

 

 

 

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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

87°

Typical Low

62°

Chance of Rain

18%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Joe Pool Lake, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:20 AMSunset 7:21 PMDaylight 12h 1m

Host City

About Grand Prairie, TX

Population

198,564

as of 2023

Elevation

524 ft

Nearest Airport

DFW

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport · 14 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

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

Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

110

Days to train

Race
Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures
Date
September 26, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures?
Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures is a running race held in Grand Prairie, Texas on September 26, 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 Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures?
Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Grand Prairie, Texas at 2959 S State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hope Hustle 5K- Running Toward Brighter Futures

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