Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5K Run/Walk · 1 Mile Walk · Family Fun Run
From the Organizer
Our 5th annual Night of Hope will take place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Westerville North High School Cross Country Course and McCann Stadium. The evening will feature 5K and 1 Mile races on the Westerville North Cross Country Course, and Family Fun Run around the track. The evening will promote mental health awareness and celebrate the lives of those we've lost to suicide. The evening will also feature Mental Health partners who will have information on their services and resources.
This year, our Top Overall Male, Female and Non-Binary finisher will receive an award!
All the money raised at the event will go directly towards supporting Westerville Education Challenge's initiatives in Westerville City Schools including: Hope Squad (at all high schools & middle schools), RoX, WEB (Where Everyone Belongs), Twinkle's Care, student scholarships, and Parent Prep.
For more information about these initiatives visit https://westervilleeducationchallenge.org
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
84°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Westerville, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Westerville, OH
Population
2,095
as of 2023
Elevation
854 ft
Nearest Airport
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run
- Date
- August 22, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run?
- Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run is a running race held in Westerville, Ohio on August 22, 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 Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Westerville, Ohio at 950 County Line Rd, Westerville, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Night of Hope 5K, 1 Mile, and Family Fun Run
Aug 22, 2026