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Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness

Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness is a running race on October 29, 2026 in Lexington, VA.

Date
October 29, 2026 (98 days to go)
Sport
Running
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From the Organizer

Join the Arnold Air Society for our annual Service Project: Running for Suicide Awareness 5K/10K, an event dedicated to raising awareness for suicide prevention and promoting mental health within our community.

This event honors those we’ve lost, supports those who continue to struggle, and reminds us that no one runs alone. Participants of all fitness levels are welcome to walk, jog, or run in solidarity and support of the cause.

All proceeds and participation efforts go toward promoting suicide awareness, resilience, and connection among our cadets, veterans, and community members.

Come together with us as we run for hope, strength, and life.

Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday, Oct 30
  • Time: Check in begins at 12:45 PM and ends at 1:15 PM.
  • Venue: Jordan's Point Park
  • Distance Options: 5k, 10k
  • Registration: Free, donations welcomed

Parking

  • Parking will be available at Jordan's Point Park, on Jordan's Point Rd, and the VMI North Post Parking lots. Additional parking may be available in town.

 

Events

10k
5k

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

65°

Typical Low

37°

Chance of Rain

26%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Lexington, 1 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:40 AMSunset 6:22 PMDaylight 10h 42m

Host City

About Lexington, VA

Population

7,420

as of 2023

City Elevation

1,107 ft

Nearest Airport

LYH

Lynchburg Regional Airport - Preston Glenn Field · 35 mi

Major Hub

RIC

Richmond International Airport · 119 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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What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

98

Days to train

Race
Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness
Date
October 29, 2026

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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.

Plan your trip

Make it a Racecation

Coming from out of town? There's more to Lexington than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness?+
Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness is a running race held in Lexington, Virginia on October 29, 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 Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness?+
Thursday, October 29, 2026 in Lexington, Virginia at 854 Stono Ln. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness

Oct 29, 2026

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