AVDA's Race for Hope

NOV
8
2025
Join AVDA's 26th Annual Race for Hope on November 8, 2025 at John Prince Park in Lake Worth to support survivors of domestic abuse. Choose a 5K, 5K with pet, Kid's Dash or virtual 5K and enjoy a family friendly morning supporting survivors.
Sat 8 Nov 2025
5 kilometers

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Event overview

AVDA's 26th Annual Race for Hope takes place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, in Lake Worth, Florida (John Prince Park, 2700 6th Ave S, 33461). The event offers multiple race options, including 5K run/walk, 5K Run/Walk WITH PET, a Kid's Dash (open to ages 6 and under), several Hometown Hero 5K categories for active Palm Beach County police, firefighters, and military personnel who live in Palm Beach County, and a Virtual 5K option. The event supports AVDA, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides programs and services for survivors of domestic abuse and their children.

Logistics and awards

The 5K course is USATF certified and uses Net Timing by AccuChip Timing. All participants receive a bib and timing tag; failure to wear the tag will disqualify a participant from scoring. There is a 90-minute time limit to complete the 5K. Race packets will include a race bib, t-shirt, and finisher medal for the first 500 registrants; day-of packet pickup will be available. Awards are given for overall open, masters and grandmasters, five-year age divisions (three deep), Hometown Hero winners by gender, Purple Party costume recognitions, and fundraising achievements. The 5K with pet registration includes a bandana for the pet. Donations to AVDA are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
Hometown Hero 5k (free for Active Palm Beach County Police)
5 km
Hometown Hero 5k (free for Active Palm Beach County Firefighter)
5 km
5k Run/walk With Pet
5 km
Hometown Hero 5k (free for Military Personnel - Veterans/active Duty/reserve - Who Live in Palm Beach County)
5 km
5k Run/walk
1 Mile Walk/run
Virtual 5k
Kid's Dash

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