The Race of Hope is a signature event of the Hope for Depression Research Foundation. 100% of all race proceeds support HDRF.
Hope for Depression Research Foundation exists to spur the most innovative neuroscience research into the origins, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of depression and its related mood disorders including postpartum depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and anxiety.
Learn more at hopefordepression.org
Thank you for your support! You can create a fundraising page in one of two ways:
- Create or join a team during the registration process. You will receive a link to both your personal fundraising page as well as the team page within one business day. *Please note, if you have not fundraised for HDRF in the past, you may need to create a new account on our fundraising platform, GoFundMePro.
- If you do not wish to create or join a team, simply click YES on the question "DO YOU PLAN ON FUNDRAISING FOR THE RACE OF HOPE" during registration. You will be sent a custom fundraising page within one business day.
Questions? Contact the Race Director.
The Race of Hope is a fundraising event, with 100% of all proceeds supporting Hope for Depression Research Foundation. While fundraising is encouraged and all gifts will be ackowledged, there is no fundraising minimum or requirement. Participants are welcome to engage with this special event in a way that is important to them: raising funds for critical research, raising awareness to stop the stigma surrounding depression, or just as a quiet morning of reflection. HDRF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
As part of the registration process, you will be asked if you would like to create or join a team. There are two kinds of teams. FUNDRAISING teams set a goal and raise funds using a dedicated, custom web page. RAISE AWARENESS teams are just for fun and a way to gather your family, friends, coworkers - everyone! - to participate in the Race. After creating a FUNDRAISING team, you will receive the link to your page within one business day, as well as detailed instructions and information to share. You can change your team type at any time by contacting the Race Director.
Thank you for your support! No, you do not need to register for the race to create a fundraising page. You can collect donations for the Palm Beach Race of Hope campaign by setting up a fundraiser (CLICK HERE)
EARLY PACKET PICK UP
Friday, 02/12/27: 11:00am - 5:30pm
Mandel Recreation Center
North Colonnade
340 Seaview Avenue
Palm Beach FL 33480
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP
Saturday, 02/13/27: 6:30 - 7:45am
Bradley Park
343 Royal Poinciana Way
Palm Beach, FL 33480
If you haven't registered or received your bib/packet, you must be in line by 7:00 AM
Yes. Participants may register on race morning beginning at 6:30am. All participnats must be registered with race bibs in hand by 7:45AM sharp.
Yes, someone else may pick up your packet for you. Please ensure that the individual picking up your packet has your full name (the name you used during registration), date of birth, and gear size preference. Please note that bulk packet pickups (groups of 15+) must be pre-aranged with race management.
All Race of Hope bibs (your race number) are chipped. Your official race time will begin once you cross the starting line timing mats, which read the chip attached to your bib. Results are available immediately following the race.
Public, non-resident parking in the race area is now metered, with paid parking beginning at 9am. Prior to race day, please download the ParkMobile App and register for free. When you arrive, use the app to enter the Zone Number listed on the signs to start a parking session. Make sure to select the correct license plate. You can opt-in to receive a notification 15 minutes prior to your parking expiration and extend parking remotely.
Please do not park in either the Publix or the Royal Poinciana Plaza parking lot to avoid receiving a ticket. Please follow the volunteer’s directions if asked to move your vehicle. Use crosswalks, posted parking rules, and event signage to ensure the safety of all event participants.
Parking is free until 9AM. As participants will be on the course once meters begin running, please download the ParkMobile App and register for free prior to race day. When you arrive, use the app to enter the Zone Number listed on the signs to start a parking session. Make sure to select the correct license plate. You can opt-in to receive a notification 15 minutes prior to your parking expiration and extend parking remotely.
Please do not park in either the Publix or the Royal Poinciana Plaza parking lot to avoid receiving a ticket. Please follow the volunteer’s directions if asked to move your vehicle. Use crosswalks, posted parking rules, and event signage to ensure the safety of all event participants.
The START and FINISH line are located on the north side of Bradley Park (Sunset Ave.) Click here for a detailed race course map.
Sorry, the Race of Hope does not offer gear check. Small bags are permitted on the race course but please note that all bags are subject to search. Visit the Registration tent for lost and found.
Yes, porta-potties are located at the north-west corner of Bradley Park along Sunset Ave.
Yes! We love dogs. Participants with dogs are asked to position themselves in the last starting line corral. Dogs must be well-behaved and leashed at all times. Don't forget to stop by the Cheer Gear tent for a signature-yellow dog bandana!
Yes, but participants must be able to hear directions from race staff as well as local Police officers.
Yes, there are two stations on the race course as well as water bottles at the finish line. You can find the location of course water stations on our course map.
All participants receive a race t-shirt, hat, and finisher medal. Adult registrants (12+) also receive a signature-yellow race pullover. Select your preferred size during race registration.
While there is no specific time limit to finish, the event will end at 10am, at which time all public roads re-open to traffic.
Please note that the following items are prohibited without written approval from the Race Director.
- All glass items
- Skateboards, roller blades, scooters, bicycles
- Weapons of any kind
- Large bags (please note all bags are subject to search)
- Drones
Please note that smoking is not permitted anywhere within the race area (including Bradley Park, start/finish line, and course)
Sorry, refunds are not available.
The Race of Hope is a rain-or-shine event.
