Season of Hope Run

Season of Hope Run takes place in Gainesville, Florida, on December 5, 2026, and is put on by Tyler's Hope. Two formats start together at 9:00 AM: the Season of Hope 15K (about 9.3 miles) and the Season of Hope 5K (3.1 miles). The 15K is a relatively rare distance on the US calendar, which makes this an interesting stop for runners looking for something between a 10K and a half marathon.

On the road, the 15K works well as a stepping stone: if you are building toward a spring half marathon, it gives you a race-pace effort without the full recovery cost of 13.1 miles. Eight to ten weeks of steady mileage with a weekly long run of 8 to 10 miles is a sensible build. The 5K, starting at the same time, is the choice for families, walkers and anyone who wants to be part of the morning without a long race. Early December in north-central Florida is usually mild, so a 9:00 AM start should be comfortable for both distances.