Mental Health Matters: Run for Awareness
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Mental Health Matters 5k Walk/Run for Awareness
The Mental Health Matters 5k Walk/Run for Awareness takes place on September 19, 2026, at the UNC Asheville campus and is organized by All Souls Counseling Center. The event is a professionally chip timed 5K and includes a community Health and Resource Fair featuring mental health and wellness organizations from the region. Two route options are offered: a campus route and laps around UNCA's Karl Straus Track.
Proceeds support All Souls Counseling Center's mission to provide accessible mental health counseling to underinsured and uninsured adults in Western North Carolina. The first 400 registrants will receive an event T shirt. Walkers and runners may use strollers; pets are not allowed except for service animals on the campus route. Water and snacks will be provided and participants are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle. Registration fees are non refundable and the event will proceed rain or shine.
Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, September 18 at the Asheville Chamber of Commerce with a drive through pickup window. Awards include a $50 gift card for the top finisher in each gender division and eco friendly medals for the top three finishers in each gender division by age group. Age groups include 9 and under, 10 to 14, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69, and 70 plus. UNC Asheville requires paid parking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
