Punk Rock Run for Mental Health
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Punk Rock Run for Mental Health : October 10, 2026
Punk Rock Run for Mental Health is a community running event held at Heritage Park in Mount Sinai, NY (633 Mount Sinai-Coram Rd.). The event includes multiple distances, a kids fun run and virtual participation options with a posting window from October 10 to October 18.
Distances offered:
- 5K run/walk inside Heritage Park
- 10K run/walk including North Shore Rail Trail segments
- Half marathon beginning at the Robert Reid Center, using the North Shore Rail Trail and finishing in Heritage Park
- Kid's Fun Run (timed and untimed options available)
Course notes: all races start and end in Heritage Park. The 10K uses the North Shore Rail Trail for roughly half its distance before returning to the park. The half marathon runs mostly on the rail trail, crosses Route 25A with support from local police and crossing guards, then finishes with laps inside the park.
Registration and logistics: in-person and virtual entries are available; some virtual entries do not include a shirt. Personalized bibs require registration three weeks before race day. T-shirt availability is guaranteed for registrations before October 28 and may be limited afterward. Registration fees are non-refundable. Virtual participants may upload times and photos during the posting window; bibs for virtual entries are mailed before the event.
Purpose and awards: proceeds support the North Shore Youth Council and its mental health counseling services and Heritage Center. Top fundraising teams receive a VIP breakfast and additional recognition. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
