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NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run

Date
September 26–28, 2026
Distance
5K
Price
$30
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From the Organizer

Race Description/Details:
 

The North Carolina Victim Assistance Network (NCVAN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1986 and the only statewide agency dedicated to serving loved ones of homicide victims and others impacted by violent crime.

We invite survivors, family members, loved ones, friends, runners, walkers, allied professionals, and all community supporters to join us for the 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk/Run: Remembering Victims of Homicide. This event honors the lives of those taken by violence while raising critical funds to support NCVAN's statewide services.

Whether you are a competitive runner participating in our professionally timed 5K, a walker supporting the cause at your own pace, or a virtual participant joining us from your hometown, your involvement supports those affected by violent crime.

We also encourage participants to form fundraising teams, invite family and friends, and help expand awareness of the needs of homicide survivors throughout our state. Together, we can remember lives taken by violence and ensure that no one walks this journey alone.

Walk. Run. Remember. Know Hope.

Race day registration begins at 7:00 am at Lake Benson Park, Shelter 1.  5K starts at 8am and ends at 9am.  


Registration Fees/Dates/Categories:

5K (includes a t-shirt)
$30 registration fee through August 31st
$35 registration fee as of September 1st

In order to join a team, you must be a registered runner for the event.

Awards/Categories:
Top Overall
Top Male & Female age group awards - 12& under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

Course:
Certified 5K around Lake Benson and White Deer Park

Events

5K$30

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

77°

Typical Low

56°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Garner, 4 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:06 AMSunset 7:07 PMDaylight 12h 1m

Host City

About Garner, NC

Population

32,543

as of 2023

City Elevation

266 ft

Nearest Airport

RDU

Raleigh-Durham International Airport · 17 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

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

Race Location

Approximate location — pin shows the host city, not the exact venue.

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Race
NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run
Date
September 26–28, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run?
NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run is a running race held in Garner, North Carolina 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 NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run?
Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Garner, North Carolina at Lake Benson Park - Shelter 1. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

NCVAN 14th Annual Know Hope 5K Walk Run

Sep 26, 2026

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