Strides for Hope - Wellington
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Event details
Strides for Hope 5K takes place on February 16, 2026 (President's Day) in Wellington, FL. The event marks the fifth anniversary of the Equestrian Aid Foundation's Strides for Hope. The program includes a 5K Run/Walk, a 5K Virtual Run/Walk, and a Kids Dash open to ages 8 and under. The event offers finisher medals, race shirts, age-group awards for five-year bands, AccuChip timing, food, a mimosa bar, and face painting.
Logistics and registration
The race venue is Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road, Wellington, FL 33414. Packet pickup is required before the event. Scheduled pickup times and locations include Saturday, February 14 (Fit2Run at The Mall at Wellington Green) and Sunday, February 15 (Wellington International exhibitor services - Sunday pickup is only for Winter Equestrian Festival exhibitors). Race day packet pickup is available at the race site. Registration for the 5K has tiered pricing beginning at $30 on June 3 and increasing through the season, reaching $50 in the January to February period. The Kids Dash fee is listed as $15 and registration closes on February 16, 2026. The event benefits the Equestrian Aid Foundation, which assists people in the U.S. from the horse world who face catastrophic injury, illness, or other unexpected crises. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
