Hope in Every Step 5K

Event Overview

• Event Name: Hope in Every Step 5K & 0.5K Community Walk
• Host: Area Agency on Aging 3
• Date: September 5, 2026
• Location: Ottawa Metro Park – Wyandot Shelter, 2632 Ada Rd., Lima, OH 45801

Start Time

• 5K Start Time: 9:00 AM
• 0.5K Walk Start Time: 9:05 AM
• Distance: 0.5K Walk is just over 1/4 mile
• Support: Proceeds benefit older adults who have experienced abuse, neglect, or exploitation

Registration Information

• 5K Registration: $20 Advance Registration
• 5K Race Day Registration: $25
• 0.5K Walk: Free
• T-shirts: Available while supplies last: not guaranteed for day-of registrations

Participant Amenities

• 5K Participants: Event t-shirt and finisher medal
• 0.5K Walk Participants: Walk completion pin and resources/handouts
• Awards: Given to the top male and female finishers in each age group
• Refreshments: Provided after the race

Race Day Schedule

• 8:00 AM: Check-in & Registration Begins
• 9:00 AM: 5K Race Begins
• 9:05 AM: Community Walk Begins
• Sent-off By: RunToledo/Dave’s Running

Course Information

• Course Type: Fully paved with some portions crossing wooden bridges
• Encouragement: Participants can go at their own pace
• Stroller Policy: Strollers are welcome!
• Post-Race: Refreshments, awards, and finisher medals provided

Additional Notes

Together, we can help support older adults in our community, one step at a time!

For More Information

Visit the race details at Hope in Every Step 5K.