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Night of Hope

Name: Night of Hope
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Westerville

Westerville, United States • 22 Aug 2026

Night of Hope in Westerville

Night of Hope is the fifth annual evening running event held on August 22, 2026, at Westerville North High School Cross Country Course and McCann Stadium in Westerville, Ohio. The program includes multiple short-distance events on the cross country course and the stadium track, and features mental health partners who will share information on services and resources.

The event promotes mental health awareness and commemorates the lives of people lost to suicide. Funds raised at the event support Westerville Education Challenge initiatives in Westerville City Schools, including Hope Squad at all high schools and middle schools, RoX, WEB (Where Everyone Belongs), Twinkle's Care, student scholarships, and Parent Prep.

Awards will be presented to the top overall male, female, and non-binary finishers.

Distances:

5K Run/Walk
1 Mile Walk
0.25 Miles Family Fun Run around the track

Registration fees vary by event. The organizers coordinate with mental health partners and school-based programs to direct proceeds to local student and family support initiatives. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Ohio Westerville

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k Run/walk

1 Mile Walk

Family Fun Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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