Don't Struggle In Silence 5k
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Don't Struggle In Silence 5k
The Don't Struggle In Silence 5k is scheduled for April 11, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia, with the listed location at Benchtop Brewing Company, 1129 Boissevain Ave, Norfolk 23507. The event is the third annual edition and includes both an in-person 5K and a virtual 5K.
The movement behind the event was started by a third-year medical student at Eastern Virginia Medical School after a family loss to suicide. The founder frames the event around mental health advocacy, reducing stigma, and encouraging people to speak openly about mental health and seek help when needed.
Organizers describe the event as a community fundraiser and gathering. The in-person course starts at Benchtop Brewing Company and runs along the Elizabeth River Trail. Participants will receive a finisher medal, and registrants who sign up by March 20, 2026 are guaranteed a T-shirt. After the run there is an after-party at Benchtop Brewing Company with drinks and food available from local vendors.
Events: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K
- 5K Virtual
