Race Description
The 1st Annual Hope Fest 5K Walk/Run and Kids Fun Run is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 26th, 2025, starting and finishing at the Community of Faith Church in Marion, Illinois. Registration will open at 12 P.M. followed by a pre-event gathering at 12:45 P.M., with the main event kicking off at 1:00 P.M. The event promises a fun day for participants of all ages while supporting local charities.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the Phase 2 Project’s Hope Community Wellness Gap Clinic and Hope Emergency Shelter, both of which work towards serving the Southern Illinois community. Participants can register online or onsite, with early registration required to guarantee a commemorative t-shirt. Exciting awards await the top finishers in each age category, as well as for participants in the Kids Fun Run.
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