Hope... It's a Beach Thing!!!
Dayton, OH
Sat, Sep 12, 2026
In 35 days · Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Don't let race day sneak up
One email during race week. That's it.
When
Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Where
Unversity of Dayton Campus, Dayton OH
Distances
See race page
Typical weather
61–79°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
55–81°F
dry
2024
59–85°F
dry
2023
62–70°F
rain
2022
57–69°F
dry
2021
69–89°F
dry
2020
62–86°F
dry
2019
71–90°F
dry
2018
60–74°F
dry
2017
57–67°F
rain
2016
59–79°F
dry
Best months to race in Ohio →
About this race
Annual 5K for Brain Tumor Research
Event Overview
- Date: Saturday, September 12th, 2026
- Location: University of Dayton Campus, Dayton, OH
- Event Type: 5K Walk/Run
- Course: There will be a drink station on the 5K course.
About the Event
- Inspiration: HOPE…It’s a Beach Thing is held in memory of Tim Beach, who passed away from a glioblastoma multiform brain tumor in 2012, at age 53.
- Tim's Journey: Tim was given three to six months to live, possibly a year with treatment, but he outlived his prognosis, surviving 21 months.
- Impact: The event has raised $661,000 in net profit for brain tumor research, led by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's Dr. David Reardon.
- Hope for the Future: Tim’s family and friends HOPE that through brain tumor research, a cure will be found.
Who Can Participate
- Everyone is Welcome: All are welcome to join the race!
- Invite Friends: Feel free to invite your friends to participate.
- Family-Friendly: Bring your pets & kids: you will see plenty of strollers and pups joining in the 5K fun!
- Join Us: Come and support brain tumor research while enjoying a fun day with the community.
More Information
- Registration: To register for the race, visit this link.
Course map
Train with a club
Run clubs near Dayton to train with before race day.
See all run clubs near Dayton →
Suggested Races
Organize this race?
Claim it free to manage your listing — and get it featured for free, while spots last.