Black Men's Wellness Day 5k - Columbus, Ohio
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Black Men's Wellness Day 5K - Columbus, Ohio
Black Men's Wellness Day in Columbus is a community 5K run scheduled for August 8, 2026, at 639 East Long Street, Columbus, OH 43215. The event is listed as a running-only 5K and carries no registration fee.
The event is organized by the African American Male Wellness Agency (AAMWA), an organization active since 2004. AAMWA reports that it provides over 10,000 free health screenings each year and operates in more than 20 U.S. cities. The agency uses grassroots strategies to engage Black men who may not typically participate in health initiatives.
AAMWA frames the event within a broader wellness approach that includes physical health as well as fatherhood, financial wellness, mental health, mentorship, women’s health, and research projects. The organization promotes a core prevention message to know health numbers, see a doctor regularly, and stay active.
Registration for the listed 5K opens May 29, 2026 and closes August 8, 2026. The event description specifies run-only participation and a registration fee of $0.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
