Lace up your running shoes for the Hope in Motion 5K & Fun Run! Help us take every step forward together to directly support Hope Cottage of Randolph County. Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM CT Start Location: Downtown Wedowee — 200 1st Ave. SE, Wedowee, AL Registration & Fees 5K Entry Fee: Launch price $25 5K Student Fee: $20 Fun Run: Launch price $20 T-shirts are guaranteed for participants who register on or before September 11. Sign up early to claim yours! Packet Pick-Up Date & Time: Friday, October 2 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Behind the Wedowee Utility Building Categories & Awards Medals will be awarded to top finishers in every division! Overall: Male & Female Winners Age Divisions (Male & Female): 12 & Under 13–19 20–29 30–39 40–49 50–59 60 & Up About Our Event Host: Hope Cottage of Randolph County Hope Cottage of Randolph County is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to supporting women and children escaping domestic abuse of all kinds. They envision a community where every individual lives free of fear and domestic violence, empowered to build a safe, independent, and dignified life. As a faith-based ministry, Hope Cottage serves all women in need regardless of their religious background, providing holistic care to help families heal and rebuild. Key services provided include: Safe Shelter & Meals: Secure housing and nutritional support for mothers and their children escaping abusive situations. Comprehensive Counseling: Access to career, spiritual, and psychological counseling. Life & Job Skills: Educational courses covering essential life skills and job readiness assistance. Case Management & Guidance: Resources and assistance navigating legal, financial, and community support systems. Referrals & Support: Connections to substance abuse programs and surrounding community health services. By participating in the Hope in Motion 5K, your registration fees and donations go directly toward funding these safe shelter services and vital assistance programs for local families in need.
Course & Travel Notes
The Hope in Motion race starts at 5:30 PM, well after the 6:37 AM sunrise on October 3rd. At the Wedowee, Alabama venue elevation of 820 feet, expect typical early October weather with highs around 75°F and lows near 49°F, with about a 19% chance of measurable rain. Anniston Regional Airport is located 29 miles from the race venue and serves as the nearest air travel option.
⛰️ 820 ft elevation☀️ Typically 75°F / 49°F · 19% chance of rain✈️ Anniston Regional Airport (ANB) — 29 mi
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Wedowee, AL.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Hope in Motion 2026 — Wedowee, AL takes place on October 3, 2026. The race is held in Wedowee, Alabama.
Where is Hope in Motion 2026 — Wedowee, AL held?
Hope in Motion 2026 — Wedowee, AL is held at 200 1st Ave SE in Wedowee, Alabama.
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