Hope Starts Here 5K
About this race
Join us on Saturday, May 2, 2026 for STA's Annual Hope Starts Here 5K presented by Medi-Ops at Klyde Warren Park (2051 N. Pearl St)
This event is more than a 5k – it's an opportunity to remember our donor heroes and celebrate the gift of life together!
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
- 8:00 AM - Fun Run & 5K Start
- 8:30 AM - Post Race Activities Open
- 8:45 AM - Awards
**Please note that ALL participants must start by 8:10 AM**
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Please Note Prices Increase on April 11 and race day.
- 5K Registration includes a race t-shirt & chipped bib for timing
- Fun Run Registration includes a race t-shirt
- Virtual Registration includes a race t-shirt and shipping cost
HONORING YOUR LOVED ONE
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You are invited to bring a framed photo of your loved one that will be displayed on our wall of hope on race day. Stop by our video tribute station next to the wall of hope to share who you are honoring!
POST RACE FUN
- Enjoy activities fun for the whole family after the race! Grab a FREE taco & snow cone, get your face painted in our kiddie corner, honor your loved one on our wall of hope, and more!
AWARDS
We will have in-person awards for the follow categories:
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall - Male
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place Overall – Female
- 1st Place Overall - Youth (12 and under)
IN-PERSON PACKET PICK-UP
- April 30, 2026 from 9 am-6 pm
- Friday, May 1, 2026 from 10 am-4 pm
STA Building
8190 Manderville Lane
Dallas, TX US 75231
VIRTUAL PARTICIPANT DETAILS
Virtual Event participants are welcome to run any day, anytime, at the location of their choice!
Your registration includes a race t shirt and shipping for your packet. (Please note: T-shirts will arrive AFTER race day.)
Join fellow runners on May 2, 2026 for the Hope Starts Here 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 1.6K featuring a flat and fast course in Dallas.
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Running
5K (IN-PERSON)
Includes a race t-shirt and chipped BIB.
FUN RUN (IN-PERSON)
Our fun run will take place immediately after the 5K. This is open to all ages who want to participate. Includes a race t-shirt.
5K (VIRTUAL)
Registration includes a race T-shirt and shipping. (Shirts will arrive after race day.) Don’t miss out — this is the final year we’ll be offering a virtual option!
Weather Overview
These values represent the 5-year monthly averages for May in Dallas.
About Dallas
Hope Starts Here 5K takes place in Dallas, Texas, United States. The local timezone is America/Chicago.
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