Run Up for Heroes 5K
About this race
Why We Run - The Mission Behind the Miles
Helping Hands for Heroes (HHH) is a Florida-based nonprofit fighting veteran homelessness through
transitional housing and wrap-around services.
Our Mission
To reduce homelessness among U.S. Veterans by providing transitional housing, mental health services,
workforce training, and reintegration support.
We believe no Veteran should be left behind. Through dignity-driven care and structured programs, we
restore purpose and provide a path forward.
What Is 'Countdown to 82'?
Our flagship initiative to build 82 fully supported transitional housing units for homeless and at-risk Veterans
in Northeast Florida.
Your Impact as a Runner
When you register, donate, or spread awareness, you:
- Help house a homeless Veteran
- Support mental health and suicide prevention
- Provide job training and placement
- Show Veterans they are not forgotten
Final Message
Together, we Run Up for Heroes because every Veteran deserves a place to call home.
Pick your distance
Running
5K Run/Walk
Run or Walk – All Are Welcome! Whether you're aiming for a personal best or just out to enjoy the day, you're in the right place! Our 5K is open to runners and walkers. Go at your own pace – there's no pressure, just a great community and a fun experience. Registration opens at 6:30 AM Official Race Start: 8:00 AM Fall Festival Ends: 1:00 PM Start Line: USS Orleck 610 E Bay Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Parking: Free
5K YOUTH REGISTRATION 13 and Under
Registration opens at 6:30 AM Official Race Start: 8:00 AM Fall Festival Ends: 1:00 PM Start Line: USS Orleck 610 E Bay Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Parking: Free
10K
Registration opens at 6:30 AM Official Race Start: 7:50 AM Fall Festival Ends: 1:00 PM Start Line: USS Orleck 610 E Bay Street Jacksonville, Florida 32202 Parking: Free
Virtual 5K
Virtual 10K
Typical race-day weather
Based on 3 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Jacksonville.
Course
Route map and elevation profile
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Jacksonville
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- Jacksonville 5K Races 39 races
- 10K Run Events in Jacksonville 21 races
- Jacksonville Half Marathons 18 races
- Jacksonville Running Calendar 2026 48 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 51 Jacksonville events
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