Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival – Washington, DC 2026

Date
April 25, 2026
Location
Washington, DC
Venue
1500 Anacostia Drive
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $50.00
Events
5K Run/Walk, Virtual 5K, Learner's 5K, Alumni 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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On April 25, 2026, Stride for Hope 5K & Homecoming Festival takes place in Washington, DC at 1500 Anacostia Drive. The event offers two running distances: a 1-mile option and a 5K, giving participants flexibility based on their fitness level or training goals. The race starts at 8:00 AM, allowing time to complete your effort and enjoy the festival activities that follow. Entry fees range from $10 to $50 depending on registration timing and distance selected. Whether you're targeting a longer distance workout or a shorter warm-up effort, this event combines racing with community celebration, making it accessible for runners of various abilities visiting the DC area for spring competition.

From the Race Organizer
Lace up for Stride For Hope 5K Run/Walk & Homecoming Event on the banks of the beautiful Anacostia River! This day celebrates movement, community, and possibility while supporting Academy of Hope Adult Public Charter School's mission to empower adult learners in DC through education and career training, offering direct pathways to economic mobility and opportunity. Saturday, April 25, 2026 | ⏰ 8:00 AM | Anacostia Park, Skate Pavilion, 1500 Anacostia Dr SE, Washington, DC Race Day Schedule 7:00 AM : 5k Check-In, Registration, Warm-Up 8:00 AM : Stride for Hope 5k Starts 9:30 AM : Medals and Awards 10:00 AM : Homecoming Festival 10:05 AM : CEO Welcome 10:15 AM : Special Guest Performance 10:30-11:20 AM : Main Stage Performances 11:20 AM-12 PM : AoH; In-Conversation Panel 12:00-1:00 PM : Main Stage Performances 1:00 -2:00 PM : Special Musical Guest 2:00-2:30 PM : Main Stage Performance 2:30-3:00 PM : AoH; In-Conversation Panel 3:30 PM : Final Stage Performance. Event concludes after th

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival – Washington, DC 2026?

Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival – Washington, DC 2026 takes place on April 25, 2026. The race is held in Washington, District of Columbia.

Where is Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival – Washington, DC 2026 held?

Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival – Washington, DC 2026 is held at 1500 Anacostia Drive in Washington, District of Columbia.

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