Mental Health Matters 5k
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Event overview
Mental Health Matters 5K is scheduled for May 17, 2026, at McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC. The event combines a 5K run with a post-race community festival focused on mental health awareness. The festival features local vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, yoga, acupuncture, and community resource tables.
Race details
The event includes:
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run (for children under 12)
The Kids Fun Run is open to children under age 12 and to participants using wheelchairs, personal guides, support animals, or other forms of assistance. The 5K and Kids Dash registrations include an event shirt and a medal. There is also a Sleep-in-Supporter option for those who wish to support the event remotely.
Registration, fundraising and partners
Registration fees vary by registration period. The event lists a fundraising goal of $10,000 and shows $131.20 raised so far. The participant list shows 58 registered. Registration policies state there are no refunds unless Refund Protection was purchased; race management may cancel or modify the event; registration fees are not refundable in the event of cancellation due to Acts of God. Community partners and sponsors listed include Flow Motion Running, BASE, HopeWay, Coastal Living, and CLT Guide. Flow Motion Running is listed as providing free 5K training plans. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
