Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K and Color Fun Run
Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K and Color Fun Run is a running race on September 26, 2026 in Fountain Valley, CA, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 26, 2026 (65 days to go)
- Price
- $30
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The Annual Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K is BACK—and bigger, brighter, and more impactful than ever! 🎉 Whether you join us in person or run virtually, this is your chance to make every step count in the fight against pediatric cancer while supporting incredible local non-profits right here in our community.
This year, you’ve got three exciting ways to participate:
🏃♂️ A certified 5K Run/Walk
🌈 A high-energy Color Fun Run
💻 A flexible Virtual 5K
And here’s the best part—every single registration fuels the mission. Your entry directly supports Hyundai Hope On Wheels, helping fund lifesaving pediatric cancer research, while also giving back to local charities serving the Fountain Valley community.
Race day takes you through the beautiful Fountain Valley Sports Park and the scenic Mile Square Regional Park, creating an unforgettable experience for runners, walkers, and families alike.
All in-person participants will receive:
👕 Official race shirt
🏅 Finisher medal
📸 Finish line photo
🎥 Finish line video
🎪 Access to the post-race expo celebration
So grab your friends, bring your family, and be part of something bigger than a race. Together, we run with purpose—to bring hope, fund research, and help end pediatric cancer.
Register for both the 5K Run and the Color Fun Run for only $40 for both races!
*Discount will be applied at checkout*
Register before September 14th (at 12:00am) to guarantee your race-shirt!
As an added bonus, the school that has the most registrations will win a free movie night for their organization!
Events
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
63°
Chance of Rain
3%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Santa Ana Fire Stn, 5 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fountain Valley, CA
Population
56,358
as of 2023
City Elevation
35 ft
Nearest Airport
SNA
John Wayne Orange County International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Pacific 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?
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65
Days to train
- Race
- Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K and Color Fun Run
- Date
- September 26, 2026
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Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K and Color Fun Run
Sep 26, 2026