Mental Health Movement 10K Run-Walk
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Event Overview
This is the fourth annual Mental Health Movement 2K | 5K | 10K Run-Walk, organized by the Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority. The event aims to bring awareness to mental health and reduce stigma in the four-county area of Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle. All three distances are chip-timed.
Distances and Accessibility
Participants can choose from three distances:
- 2K Run-Walk
- 5K Run-Walk
- 10K Run
The 2K and 5K routes are wheelchair and stroller accessible. The 10K route includes a street with curbs to cross. The 2K and 5K events are open to runners and walkers, while the 10K is geared toward runners.
Event Details
The event takes place at 400 Johnson St. in Alpena, Michigan. All routes start and end at this location. General participant parking is at Alpena Community College across the street. Pets are not allowed for participant safety.
Registration costs $20 and includes a long-sleeved race shirt for those who register by April 28, 2026. Registration for children aged 11 and under is free, with an optional $20 shirt purchase. Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with no same-day registration available. Early bib and shirt pickup will be available on the Thursday and Friday before the event, with day-of pickup opening at 7:30 a.m.
Awards
Awards are given for each distance. For the 2K and 10K, the top female, male, and non-binary finisher each receive a medal. For the 5K, the top finisher in each of six age brackets (11 & Under, 12-17, 18-29, 30-44, 45-59, 60+) for female, male, and non-binary categories receives a medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
