Stride for Hope 5K
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Stride for Hope 5K and Homecoming Festival
Academy of Hope presents its inaugural Stride for Hope 5K Run/Walk and Homecoming Festival on Saturday, April 25 at Anacostia Park, 1900 Anacostia Dr, Washington, DC 20020. The event combines a timed community run/walk with a daytime festival featuring performances, panel conversations, and awards.
The festival area is covered with tents so scheduled performances and community activities will continue in rain or shine. Main stage programming includes a sequence of performances and panel discussions, with the headliner act Black Alley listed among performers. A Skate Pavilion will host a Stride & Glide silent disco; participants should bring their own skates and headphones, and a valid state ID is required to participate in skate activities. No skate rentals are available onsite.
Proceeds from the event support Academy of Hope’s programs for adult learners in Washington, DC. Raised funds are directed to services that build literacy skills, help learners earn high-school credentials, and support new career pathways through education and workforce training.
Vendor applications are open for the Homecoming Festival; a limited number of complimentary community vendor spots are available and applications will be reviewed with notifications distributed on or before April 1, 2026. Sponsors support the event and programming. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
