Sound Steps for Mental Health Recovery 5K Wellness Run/Walk
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Sound Steps 5K Walk/Run for Mental Health Recovery
Sound Steps is a community 5K walk/run held on October 17, 2026 at Cove Island Park in Stamford, Connecticut. The course follows the Cove Island Park Trail and consists of three loops on a paved path with water views of the Long Island Sound. The path is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
The event offers awards and participant recognition. Finisher medals are provided to the first 100 finishers. Medals are awarded to the top two male and top two female overall, and to the top two male and top two female in seven age divisions: 19 and under; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 and over. T-shirts are distributed on a first come, first served basis at bib pickup. An award ceremony follows race completion for top placements.
On-site amenities include bathrooms within a few minutes walk of the start and finish, hydration at both start and finish lines and along the course, and refreshments and raffles during the post-race cooldown. Team registration is available as an optional feature and donations are accepted.
Proceeds benefit Laurel House, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving individuals and families in Fairfield and Westchester Counties with programs focused on social inclusion, early intervention, and recovery. Registration fees are non-refundable and are applied to race expenses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
