Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness
About this race
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.
Join fellow runners on October 29, 2026 for the Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Lexington.
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Running
5k
The 5k will begin at Jordan's Point Park and follow a paved sidewalk to the Chessie Creek Trail. There are slight elevation changes, with a total distance of 3.1 miles. There will be a turn-around cone at the halfway point of the 5k. Water stations will be stationed throughout the course.
10k
The 10k will begin at Jordan's Point Park and follow a paved sidewalk to the Chessie Creek Trail. There are slight elevation changes, with a total distance of 6.2 miles. There will be a turn-around cone at the halfway point of the 10k. Water stations will be stationed throughout the course.
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About Lexington
Operation Hope: AAS 5K/10K for Suicide Awareness takes place in Lexington, Virginia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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