The Best Races - Tampa

NOV
14
2026
Join a supportive community run along the Bradenton Riverwalk with distances ranging from 1 mile to a half marathon. This small group event focuses on mental health awareness and well being in a stress free environment.
Sat 14 Nov 2026
13 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Run for Mental Health is a community-focused running event taking place at the Riverwalk in Bradenton, Florida. This event emphasizes well-being and mental health awareness through a supportive, group-running environment. It is designed as a small, private group run with a limited number of participants per wave to ensure a stress-free experience.

Participants of all ages and paces are welcome to take part. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. The event does not use timing chips, though coordinators are available to assist with manual timing, and runners may also track their own progress using various mobile applications to post results online later.

Distances

  • 1 Mile Family Fun Run
  • 5K
  • 10K
  • 13.1 Half-Marathon
  • Virtual Run option available

Logistics and Swag

The registration process is designed for convenience, with no required packet pickup. Event shirts are shipped directly to the participant's provided US mailing address, typically arriving during the week of the race. Race bibs are distributed on-site on the day of the event.

In addition to the running shirt, participants receive a finisher's medal, a finisher's towel or other giveaway, and a digital training pack. Moisture-wicking technical shirts are available as an optional upgrade. Final details including course maps are provided to registered participants via email prior to the event.

Venue and Format

The run is held along the Riverwalk at 3rd Avenue West. The event operates in multiple waves to manage the small group setting. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual option allows runners to complete their chosen distance at any location and time, with medals provided upon submission of results. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

13 mi
Half-Marathon 13.1 Registration
10 km
10k Registration
5 km
5k Registration
Family 1 Mile Fun Run