Royal Run for Hope 2026

The race.

The Royal Run for Hope takes place on September 27, 2026, in El Paso, Texas, featuring a 3.1-mile race and a 1-mile event. The 5K starts at 8:00 a.m., with a separate Kid's Dash beginning at 7:30 a.m. for children ages 9 and under. All proceeds benefit local children fighting cancer. Early registration through September 13 costs $35 for adults and $30 for children under 10 or active military; race day registration is $40. Packet pickup is held September 26 from noon to 4 p.m. at Casa Buick GMC, 6800 Montana. Awards include finisher medals for the first 650 5K finishers, trophies for the top three male and female overall 5K winners, and medals for top male and female finishers in eight age categories.