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Hope... It's a Beach Thing 5K

📅 September 11, 2027 (estimated date)📍 Dayton · United States

⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information

The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (September 12, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.

Available distances

3.1 mi

About

The Hope... It's a Beach Thing 5K is a 5K (3.1-mile) run/walk in Dayton, in Montgomery County, starting at 10:00 a.m. on September 11, 2027. It pays tribute to Tim Beach, a passionate runner who battled glioblastoma multiforme.

Over the years, the event has raised significant funds for brain tumor research, supporting the work of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Participants come together to celebrate Tim's legacy while contributing to important research.

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