I Need A Lighthouse's Beacon of Hope 5k

Online Registration closes Saturday, May 21st at 6:00 pm

On-site Registration opens at 7:30pm on Sunday, May 22nd

Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk - 1 Mile Memory Walk

and Family Festival

A 2011 Tidewater Striders Walking Grand Prix Race

Sunday, May 22 2011

24th Street Park (Virginia Beach Oceanfront)

Start Time: 5k Run/Walk 9:00 am

1 Mile Memory Walk 9:15 am

The Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk and 1 Mile Memory Walk is held annually at the beautiful Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

All proceeds from the race support the programs of I Need A Lighthouse, Inc.

The mission of I Need A Lighthouse, Inc. is to significantly reduce the loss and suffering from teen and young adult depression, suicide, and suicidal behavior through educational programs and community partnerships. All services are provided in the Hampton Roads community. For more information about Lighthouse's mission and programs click here.

Beacon of Hope 5k Run/Walk

This race begins at 24th Street Park and follows the board walk along the oceanfront for a beautiful run ending once again at 24th Street Park. The course is scenic and enjoyable for novice and experienced racers.

1 Mile Memory Walk

Those who have been personally touched by suicide and/or depression are invited to join us in a 1 Mile Memory Walk Share with others, and support local efforts to promote education and awareness about teen depression and suicide. Participants are invited to bring a copy of a photo (no originals please) to post on the memory wall at the race.

Family Festival

Bring your family and friends to the oceanfront for the race, and stay for live entertainment by local artist David Cavitt, food, and lots of kid-friendly activities and fun.

Click Here to Register Online

Online Registration closes Saturday, May 21st at 6:00pm

On-site registration opens at 7:30am on Sunday, May 22nd

Click here to view and download a pdf of the race registration form

REGISTER EARLY!!

Tech shirts guaranteed to 1st 100 registrants! (sizes based on availability)

After 1st 100 registrants, all participants will receive a cotton t-shirt

Packet Pick-Up

Race Day (on-site) 7:30am-8:45am

Early Packet Pick-up

Friday, May 20, 2011

4:30pm-6:30pm