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Walk for Hope
37th Annual Thad & Alice Eure Walk for Hope
Walk & Festival
The Angus Barn • Raleigh, NC
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Walk for Hope: 10:00 a.m. • Run: 9:00 a.m. • Festival: 11:00 a.m.
In the 36 years since it began, our flagship charity event has helped raise millions of dollars towards better understanding and treatments of illnesses like depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, postpartum depression, schizophrenia, and anorexia.
Each year, thousands of participants come together at the Angus Barn in Raleigh to walk a 5K route to show solidarity for family, friends, and community members living with a mental illness. After the walk is over, we celebrate our achievement with a family-friendly afternoon of food, games, music, and prizes. Can't make it in person this year? Join us VIRTUALLY instead for your own Experience of Hope or simply make a DONATION!
100% of the money raised by participants directly funds local mental illness research at the UNC-Chapel Hill Department of Psychiatry. And, as critically, it helps call attention to the stigma and significance of these often invisible illnesses, which now due to the pandemic affect as many as 1 in 3 American adults and 1 in 4 children and teens.
Every step gives us hope, and hope keeps us moving forward. In 2025, the Walk will be bigger and better than ever. Walk with us.
Event Day Pricing: Walk and Festival
The Walk for Hope is more than a community event - it's a huge fundraiser for the research and treatment of mental illnesses. Whether you're participating in-person or virtually, all pricing is the same! Walk, then stay on the Angus Barn property to enjoy the festivities! All participants will receive a wristband for admission to the Walk for Hope and to the festival.
Each registration includes: participant t-shirt*, breakfast, delicious burger & hot dog lunch, Pepsi products, cold beer (21+), Ice cream/desserts, games, prizes, live music from Band of Oz, and more! And 100% supports mental illness research!
Children 5 and under are free.
*T-Shirt deadline: Participants must be registered by 10/01/25 to guarantee a t-shirt.
Walk for Hope
Route
The Walk for Hope is a fun 5K (3.1 miles) route that begins at the Angus Barn on Hwy 70, goes up Glenwood Ave into Umstead Park, turns around at the Umstead Visitor Center, and returns to the Angus Barn. If you have small children or just aren't feeling a full 5K, we've also got a lovely 1-mile family fun nature trail loop around the Angus Barn Lake! Click here to view a map of the 5K route.
Join thousands of members of our community to raise awareness and desperately needed funds for mental illness research.
Run
Want to run? You can do an untimed, unofficial run of the 5K route at 9:00am! Crush those miles, then join your team and cool down on the Walk!
Registration: Opens at 7:30 a.m.
Untimed Run: Pushes off at 9:00 a.m.
Walk: Steps off at 10 a.m.
Festival
All day long, we're hosting a family-friendly festival with music, games, face-painting, balloon art, ice cream, funnel cake, a juggler, pony rides, beer, and more! The festival starts at 11:00 a.m., but we encourage you to come early - you'll get breakfast, dance along with MIX 101.5 to get warmed up, and cheer on the Walk as it kicks off! Then enjoy all the activities, a delicious lunch from the Angus Barn, and celebrate with our top fundraisers as they win incredible prizes. Once you're registered and onsite, everything is COMPLIMENTARY!
And the best part is: you don't have to do the 5K Walk to participate. Come out any time to enjoy the day!
Virtual Option
If you can't attend the Walk for Hope, or would prefer to support us from afar, we'd love to have you join us VIRTUALLY on October 12! You get to pick the details of your virtual Experience for Hope: what time, where, and how far you go. Our virtual participants still have a HUGE impact on fundraising and make an incredible difference!
Registration for the VIRTUAL Option includes a t-shirt and armband, and your registration fee can be fundraised! Participants are encouraged to pick up their t-shirts at the Early Check-In Days or we can mail them to you after the Walk for Hope event for a small fee.
Early Check-In Days
We STRONGLY encourage all participants – IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL - to pre-register and attend Early Check-In days.
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Thursday, October 9: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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Friday, October 10: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Saturday October 11: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Same-Day Registration
Walk for Hope registration opens at 7:30 a.m. The Walk for Hope begins at 10 a.m., and the unofficial, untimed Run pushes off at 9:00 a.m.To encourage early registration and check-in, ALL Event Day prices increase by $5.
Fundraising - Go above and beyond!
The Walk for Hope is more than just a community walk - it's a huge fundraiser that directly supports the research and treatment of mental illness. Most of our Walkers raise the money they need to participate; the average participant in the Walk for Hope raises a minimum of $150. Help us make this 37th year our biggest fundraising effort ever!
Event Day Details
What time should I arrive?
Onsite registration and check-in opens at 7:30 a.m. for the Walk for Hope, which begins at 10:00 a.m. sharp. The unofficial, untimed Run pushes off at 9:00am if runners want to run the route before joining their team for the Walk. The Festival officially starts at 11:00 a.m., but arrive anytime to enjoy a light breakfast and visit with onsite vendors. All pre-registered participants who have their t-shirt and armband can proceed quickly through the entrance checkpoint. Participants needing to register onsite, turn in money, and/or pick up their t-shirt* and wristband will be directed to the onsite registration area. Staff and volunteers will be available to assist you!
*T-Shirts are not guaranteed for participants who register after 10/01/25.
Where should I park?
Parking is available just minutes away from the Angus Barn at RDU Park & Ride Lot 5 off Commerce Blvd and 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, near the exit of Lumley Road and I-540. Follow the Walk parking signs and guides! FREE Walk shuttles to and from the Angus Barn will be available 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There are no drop-offs at the Angus Barn, but we have a designated lot for drop-offs and pick-ups, including rideshares like Uber or Lyft!
What is there to eat?
Breakfast items will be provided before the Walk. All registered participants are welcome to join the Festival at the Angus Barn starting at 11:00 am, with kids’ activities, great food, music, and more.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets are not allowed at this event (except for certified assistance animals). Please leave your pets at home.
Are there rest stops and bathrooms?
Rest stops with water and snacks are available along the route, and port-a-potties are located throughout the festival area onsite at the Angus Barn property. There are also Hopemobiles available along the route for anyone who needs a ride.
Can I walk with a stroller?
Yes absolutely! If you bring a child, please remember to bring a stroller, infant carrier, baby jogger or wagon.
Can I run?
We love our runners! While we can't offer a timed, official run this year, runners are welcome to take off at 9:00am for an unofficial and untimed chance to run the 5K route. Then you can meet up with your team and cool off on the Walk!
What happens if there is bad weather?
The Walk for Hope takes off in rain or sunshine. In the event of severe weather, we will post updates on our website and social media accounts. There are no refunds of the registration fee.
How do I win prizes?
Those attending the Walk for Hope in person are all eligible to win one of dozens of great prizes! VIRTUAL participants will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Angus Barn gift card. The top 10 overall fundraisers and the top 3 overall teams receive special prizes and recognition. Drawings for raffle prizes will be held on Monday, October 13.
What happens to my registration fee if I can't attend?
If you need to change your registration type from in-person to virtual, we can help with that! Just give us a call at 919-781-WALK or email walkforhope@walkforhope.com and we will be happy to assist you. There are no refunds of the registration fee. All registration fees are final and 100% will be included in your total fundraising contribution to our critical mission of funding mental illness research.
The health, safety, and well-being of our staff, volunteers, and participants is of the utmost importance to us. Please review our safety requirements below, and feel free to call us at 919-781-9255 if you have any questions!
Please note these are not comprehensive and may be updated at any time.
Walk for Hope Participant Safety Rules
- No pets allowed. Please leave all pets at home. Only certified service animals are welcome on the buses and the Angus Barn property.
- Absolutely no drop-offs at the Angus Barn! Rideshares (Uber/Lyft) and drop-offs have a dedicated lot at 9521 Lumley Rd (Dailypint). Please use that turnaround lot to drop-off friends or family or direct your Uber/Lyft on Walk day! No parking is available in the Drop-off lot.
- Youth/Student/School Teams: Please note that children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other appointed adult at the Walk, Run, and Festival. Youth/School/Student teams must have at least 1 adult on site for every 5 students/minors 17 years old and younger; youth cannot be unsupervised or unaccompanied at the Walk for Hope. For the enjoyment and safety of all participants, Youth/School/Student teams must be capped at a maximum of 100 team members (no more than 86 youth/students and at least 17 adults). Additional rules and regulations may apply to Youth/Student/School teams; please contact Shelley Belk, Executive Director, for more information.
- Please review our participant waiver before joining us at the Angus Barn on Sunday, October 12th!
If you are not comfortable joining us in-person for the Walk for Hope, please consider participating VIRTUALLY or making a DONATION!
Angus Barn
Axis Corrugated Container
Band Together
Delta Air Lines
WRAL & Mix 101.5
Yardi Systems, Inc
Fred Anderson
Long Beverage
Pepsi Bottling Ventures
RDU
UNC Health
US Foods
Westgate Auto Group
Baker Roofing
Golden Corral
Harris Teeter
Johnson & Johnson Med Tech
McGuireWoods
mpiTOO
Alliance Health
Bazil Indian
Blue Water Spa
Cary Magazine
CPI Security Systems
Dzeel Clinical
Gregory Poole
Intra-Cellular Therapies
Jocky & Kit Creasy
Jocky & Kit Creasy
Larry's Coffee
Mellow Mushroom
Raleigh Magazine
Royal Cup Coffee
Taylor's Wine Shop
Triangle Shooting Academy
WakeMed
Weatherby Healthcare
5 West
Amazon
American Asset Corporation
C&L Logistics
Capital Promotions
FreshPoint
Holly Hill Hospital
Lamm Events
Midtown Magazine
North Raleigh Periodontics & Implant Center
Patio Pro
Performance Food Service
RaceReach
Salt Wine Company
Salt Wine Company
The Car Park
The Tate Agency
The Tate Agency
Triangle Downtowner Magazine
Triangle Springs
Wake Living
Wake Stone Corporation
Wegman's
White Dahlia
Envestnet, Inc.
First Citizens Bank
Leesville Animal Hospital
Liquid Pleasure
Event Day Details
What time should I arrive?
Onsite registration and check-in opens at 7:30 a.m. for the Walk for Hope, which begins at 10:00 a.m. sharp. The unofficial, untimed Run pushes off at 9:00am if runners want to run the route before joining their team for the Walk. The Festival officially starts at 11:00 a.m., but arrive anytime to enjoy a light breakfast and visit with onsite vendors. All pre-registered participants who have their t-shirt and armband can proceed quickly through the entrance checkpoint. Participants needing to register onsite, turn in money, and/or pick up their t-shirt* and wristband will be directed to the onsite registration area. Staff and volunteers will be available to assist you!
*T-Shirts are not guaranteed for participants who register after 10/01/25.
Where should I park?
Parking is available just minutes away from the Angus Barn at RDU Park & Ride Lot 5 off Commerce Blvd and 8051 Arco Corporate Drive, near the exit of Lumley Road and I-540. Follow the Walk parking signs and guides! FREE Walk shuttles to and from the Angus Barn will be available 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There are no drop-offs at the Angus Barn, but we have a designated lot for drop-offs and pick-ups, including rideshares like Uber or Lyft!
What is there to eat?
Breakfast items will be provided before the Walk. All registered participants are welcome to join the Festival at the Angus Barn starting at 11:00 am, with kids’ activities, great food, music, and more.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets are not allowed at this event (except for certified assistance animals). Please leave your pets at home.
Are there rest stops and bathrooms?
Rest stops with water and snacks are available along the route, and port-a-potties are located throughout the festival area onsite at the Angus Barn property. There are also Hopemobiles available along the route for anyone who needs a ride.
Can I walk with a stroller?
Yes absolutely! If you bring a child, please remember to bring a stroller, infant carrier, baby jogger or wagon.
Can I run?
We love our runners! While we can't offer a timed, official run this year, runners are welcome to take off at 9:00am for an unofficial and untimed chance to run the 5K route. Then you can meet up with your team and cool off on the Walk!
What happens if there is bad weather?
The Walk for Hope takes off in rain or sunshine. In the event of severe weather, we will post updates on our website and social media accounts. There are no refunds of the registration fee.
How do I win prizes?
Those attending the Walk for Hope in person are all eligible to win one of dozens of great prizes! VIRTUAL participants will be entered into a drawing for a $100 Angus Barn gift card. The top 10 overall fundraisers and the top 3 overall teams receive special prizes and recognition. Drawings for raffle prizes will be held on Monday, October 13.
What happens to my registration fee if I can't attend?
If you need to change your registration type from in-person to virtual, we can help with that! Just give us a call at 919-781-WALK or email walkforhope@walkforhope.com and we will be happy to assist you. There are no refunds of the registration fee. All registration fees are final and 100% will be included in your total fundraising contribution to our critical mission of funding mental illness research.
The health, safety, and well-being of our staff, volunteers, and participants is of the utmost importance to us. Please review our safety requirements below, and feel free to call us at 919-781-9255 if you have any questions!
Please note these are not comprehensive and may be updated at any time.
Walk for Hope Participant Safety Rules
- No pets allowed. Please leave all pets at home. Only certified service animals are welcome on the buses and the Angus Barn property.
- Absolutely no drop-offs at the Angus Barn! Rideshares (Uber/Lyft) and drop-offs have a dedicated lot at 9521 Lumley Rd (Dailypint). Please use that turnaround lot to drop-off friends or family or direct your Uber/Lyft on Walk day! No parking is available in the Drop-off lot.
- Youth/Student/School Teams: Please note that children under 17 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other appointed adult at the Walk, Run, and Festival. Youth/School/Student teams must have at least 1 adult on site for every 5 students/minors 17 years old and younger; youth cannot be unsupervised or unaccompanied at the Walk for Hope. For the enjoyment and safety of all participants, Youth/School/Student teams must be capped at a maximum of 100 team members (no more than 86 youth/students and at least 17 adults). Additional rules and regulations may apply to Youth/Student/School teams; please contact Shelley Belk, Executive Director, for more information.
- Please review our participant waiver before joining us at the Angus Barn on Sunday, October 12th!
If you are not comfortable joining us in-person for the Walk for Hope, please consider participating VIRTUALLY or making a DONATION!
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