Run Up for Heroes 5K
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Run Up for Heroes 5K

Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Oct 10, 2026
Running

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.

Join fellow runners on October 10, 2026 for the Run Up for Heroes 5K. It's a fantastic 5K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Jacksonville.

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

Oct 10, 2026 5K 8:00 AM
$30.00
Open

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

Oct 10, 2026 5K 8:00 AM
$20.00
Open

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

Oct 10, 2026 10K 7:50 AM
$50.00
Open

Virtual 5K

Oct 10, 2026 5K 8:00 AM
$35.00
Open

Virtual 10K

Oct 10, 2026 10K 7:50 AM
$55.00
Open

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Jacksonville.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (monthly average) 18.6° / Maximum temperature (monthly average) 24.9°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 18.6° / Maximum feels like (with wind chill; monthly average) 24.9°
Wind (km/h)
Average wind speed (monthly average)
26.2
Precipitation (mm)
Average precipitation (monthly average)
9.9mm

About Jacksonville

Run Up for Heroes 5K takes place in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.

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