Stomp Out the Stigma

AUG
9
2026
This event supports mental wellness awareness with a flat 5k and a scenic 1-mile race around Waughop Lake. The courses are mostly paved, and participants can receive a shirt and a finisher medal. The event does not allow strollers or dogs.
Sun 9 Aug 2026
5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The event Stomp Out the Stigma focuses on raising awareness for mental wellness and eliminating stigma around mental illness. It offers two race distances on the same day: a 5k and a 1 mile run.

Distances and Courses

The courses take place at Fort Steilacoom Park and around Waughop Lake.

  • 5k: The route is described as flat and fast, starting by Waughop Lake, going through Fort Steilacoom Park, and finishing back at the lake entrance.
  • 1 mile: This route is a scenic lap around Waughop Lake, starting at the lake's entrance. Both courses are mostly paved, with a short section of dirt and gravel path.

Event Details

The 5k race is chip-timed. Participants who register by July 21 receive a race shirt. Finisher medals are given to the first 200 participants across all events. On-site parking is available at the nearby Pierce College Fort Steilacoom campus, with a short walk via a trail to the park.

Logistics and Restrictions

Packet pickup is available the day before the race at Fort Steilacoom Park. Strollers and dogs are not permitted at the event due to insurance restrictions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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