The Best Races - Scottsdale
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Run for Mental Health in Phoenix
Run for Mental Health in Phoenix is a community running event at G.R. Herberger Park on East Indian School Road in Phoenix, Arizona. The organizer offers both in-person and virtual participation and multiple distance options. The event is presented as a smaller, capped group format with participant waves filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Distances include:
- 5K
- 10K
- Half Marathon 13.1
- Virtual Run
- Family 1 Mile Fun Run
Timing is optional and there are no timing chips; participants may record times with personal tracking apps or request coordinator assistance. Race bibs are provided on race day. Swag for registered participants includes a running T-shirt shipped within the United States, a finisher's towel or giveaway, a finisher's medal, and a digital training pack. A technical running shirt is available as an optional upgrade for an additional fee. Swag is mailed to the address given at registration, and the organizer will send a final update the Wednesday before the event with course details and maps.
Fundraising is optional. The event notes that each mile logged after the race will prompt a $1 donation to one of the event charities. Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are offered by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.