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Hope on the Trail

Hope on the Trail is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Thorntown, IN, with entry fees from $1 to $40.

Date
September 26, 2026 (29 days to go)
Price
$1–$40
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

5K/10K and "Fun Run". Run or walk on the beautiful Farm Heritage Trail.  

All proceeds benefit orphaned, abandoned and impoverished children in Ethiopia.

Events

1 Mile "Fun Run" (Not Timed)$1
10K Run$40
5K Run or Walk$40

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

74°

Typical Low

51°

Chance of Rain

30%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Frankfort Disposal, 13 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:37 AMSunset 7:36 PMDaylight 11h 59m

Host City

About Thorntown, IN

Nearest Airport

LAF

Purdue University Airport · 26 mi

Major Hub

IND

Indianapolis International Airport · 33 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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Race Location

Your Next Start Line

What Are You
Waiting For?

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29

Days to train

Race
Hope on the Trail
Date
September 26, 2026

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From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.

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.

Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.

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Running

From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hope on the Trail?
Hope on the Trail is a running race held in Thorntown, Indiana 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 on the Trail?
Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Thorntown, Indiana at 300 North Pearl St.. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hope on the Trail?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Hope on the Trail

Sep 26, 2026

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