Mental Health Matters 5k
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Mental Health Matters 5K and Festival
Mental Health Matters 5K and Festival is scheduled for May 17, 2026 at McAlpine Creek Park on Monroe Road in Charlotte, NC. The event combines a community 5K, a Kids Fun Run, wellness activities, and a post race community festival with local vendors and resources focused on mental health and well being.
The event program includes a 5K, drop in yoga, awards, and a community festival with food vendors and a petting zoo. The Kids Fun Run is for participants under age 12 and is open to all abilities; wheelchairs, personal guides, support animals, and other forms of assistance are welcome. Organizers present fundraising efforts connected to the event; the current fundraising total listed is $3,828.12 toward a $10,000 goal.
Registration for the 5K and Kids Fun Run includes an event shirt and a medal. Pricing is listed in tiers for early, winter, general, race month, and race day registration. A Sleep in Supporter registration option is available for those who cannot attend in person. Registration policies note that fees are not refundable unless Refund Protection was purchased and that Race Management may cancel or modify the event due to unfavorable conditions.
Free 5K training plans are available from Flow Motion Running. Sponsors and community partners are listed for the event, including a platinum sponsor and several silver and bronze sponsors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 5K run with event shirt and medal
- Kids Fun Run for under 12 and all abilities
