Stride for Hope 5k & Homecoming Festival

Lace up for Stride For Hope 5K Run/Walk & Homecoming Event on the banks of the beautiful Anacostia River! This day celebrates movement, community, and possibility—complete with finisher medals and team challenges with participation in the mile-long Family Fun walk, perfect for kids, first-timers, and anyone who wants to move together while supporting Academy of Hope’s mission to empower adult learners in DC through education, career training, and life-changing through direct pathways to economic mobility and more! 📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026 | ⏰ 8:00 AM | 📍 Anacostia Park, Skate Pavilion, 1500 Anacostia Dr SE, Washington, DC Race Day Schedule 6:45 AM – Race day check-in and packet pickup opens7:30 AM – Last vehicle entry into the park (roads closed until about 9:30 AM)8:00 AM – 5K Run/Walk begins11:00 AM – Homecoming Festival kicks off with music, food and fun Additional race information can be found here:  Important Information- Mandatory Vehicle Restriction During