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